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Problem Solving Approach

The document outlines the problem-solving process, which includes identifying, defining, and evaluating problems, as well as formulating strategies and allocating resources. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the problem and monitoring progress throughout the process. Various methods and domains of problem-solving are also discussed, highlighting its significance in both mathematical and personal contexts.

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Problem Solving Approach

The document outlines the problem-solving process, which includes identifying, defining, and evaluating problems, as well as formulating strategies and allocating resources. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the problem and monitoring progress throughout the process. Various methods and domains of problem-solving are also discussed, highlighting its significance in both mathematical and personal contexts.

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PROBLEM

SOLVING
APPROACH
PREPARED BY;
STUTI CHRISTIAN
INTRODUCTION

➢ Problem solving is a mental process - includes


problem finding and problem shaping , and continues
until conclusion is reached.
➢ This mental process is dedicated towards solving
problems by discovering and analyzing the problem,
and then opting best solution from various available
alternatives.
➢ Thus we can say that this process refers to finding
not just any solution of the problem, but finding/
DEFINITION
➢ "Problem solving is that process, in which, starting
from cognitive situation the desired goal is
achieved.”
-Eysenck and his associates
➢ "It is a process of overcoming difficulties that appear
to interfere with the attainment of a goal. It is a
procedure of making adjustments in spite of
interferences."
-Skinner
NATURE OF PROBLEM SOLVING
➢ Problem solving is the evolutionary drive for living
organisms.
➢ Problem solving is the concluding part of a larger
process that also includes problem finding and problem
shaping.
➢ There are various methods of studying problem solving
such as introspection, behaviourism, simulation,
computer modeling and experiment.
➢ This process has two major domains - mathematical
problem solving and personal problem solving.
STEPS IN PROBLEM SOLVING
1.Identifying the problem
2.Defining the problem
3.Formulation of strategy
4.Organizing available
information
5.Allocating resources
6.Monitoring progress
1. IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

➢ This is the first step in the process of problem


solving.
➢ In this, the problem solver makes an effort to
identify correct source of problem.
➢ However it may seem a simple step, but it is not
always as simple as it sounds. Many times,
problem solver might mistakenly identify the
wrong source of the problem. In these conditions,
it is very difficult to solve the problem effectively.
2. DEFINING THE PROBLEM
➢ This step is also termed as understanding the
problem.
➢ After identifying the problem, it is vital to define
the problem properly and understand the
problem properly.
➢ Without defining understanding the problem,
further steps cannot be taken to solve it.
➢ Defining/understanding the problem is also
helpful in looking for solutions with different
3. FORMULATION OF STRATEGY
➢ This is the next step in the process of problem
solving.
➢ Each different solution will require forming
different strategies, depending upon the
situation and the individual's preferences.
4. ORGANIZING AVAILABLE INFORMATION

➢ It is also an important step in the process of


problem solving .
➢ Problem solver needs to first organize the
available information.
➢ The more information that are available, the
better prepared the problem solver will be
come up an accurate solution.
5. ALLOCATING RESOURCES
➢ Of course, we don't always have unlimited money, time,
and other resources to solve a problem.
➢ Before an individual starts to solve a problem, he needs
to determine how high priority it has.
➢ If it is an important problem, it is probably worth
allocating more resources to solving it.
➢ If, however, it is a fairly unimportant problem, then he
does not want to spend too much of his available
resources into coming up with a solution.
6. MONITORING PROGRESS
➢ Effective problem-solver tends to monitor his
progress as he works towards a solution.
➢ If he is not making good progress toward
reaching their goal, he will reevaluate his
approach or looks for new strategies.
7. EVALUATION OF RESULTS
➢ This is the final step in the process of problem solving.
Problem solver's job still is not completed even if he has
reached a solution.
➢ After reaching a solution, it is very important for the
problem solver to evaluate the solution to determine
whether it is the best solution available to solve the
problem or not.
➢ The evaluation can be done immediately or delayed.
➢ For example, after solving a mathematical problem, its
answer can be checked immediately whether it is right or
wrong. On other hand after starting chemotherapy to a
cancer patient, its effectivity is evaluated after
sometimes.

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