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Improve problem solving skills by reading these free articles about problem solving techniques, tools, and problem-oriented thinking. From defining the real problem to success in fixing.

Applying the Law of the Completeness of a Technological System to Formulate a Problem

By Joe A. Miller and Ellen Domb - The complete technological system (CTS) is a useful teaching template for the use of analogy in problem solving, to help students understand the relationship between their own problem, an example and an abstract principle. (Added: 16-Jan-2007 Hits: 566 )

Usability 101: Fundamentals and Definition - What, Why, How

By Jakob Nielson - If solving your system's usability problems is your goal, read this article. You will be provided with ideas on how to improve your usability. (Added: 16-Jan-2007 Hits: 870 )

Brainstorming Before Speaking Tasks

By Brian Cullen - Some learners are more successful than others. In order to find out why, Rubin and Thompson (1984:114, Rubin 1975) studied the characteristics of good learners. Four of these characteristics are discussed below. These may explain why brainstorming is a useful tool in our classrooms. (Added: 27-Sep-2006 Hits: 567 )

Problem Solving

By n a - Problem solving forms part of thinking. Considered the most complex of all intellectual functions, problem solving has been defined as higher-order cognitive process that requires the modulation and control of more routine or fundamental skills (Goldstein & Levin, 1987). It occurs if an organism or an artificial intelligence system does not know how to proceed from a given state to a desired goal state. It is part of the larger problem process that includes problem finding and problem shaping. (Added: 12-Dec-2006 Hits: 2353 )

20 Problem Solving Tips

By Jeanne Sawyer - Excellent set of tips in adobe acrobat format that summarizes problem solving practices and approaches you can apply to your own problem solving situations. ^{Most Read} (Added: 4-Aug-2003 Hits: 9023 )

Problem Solving

By Hidetoshi Shibata - Problem Solving is very important but problem solvers often misunderstand it. This report proposes the definition of problems, terminology for Problem Solving and useful Problem Solving patterns. (Added: 16-Jan-2007 Hits: 1880 )

Problem Solving Theory - Newell & Simon

By NA - The General Problem Solver (GPS) was a theory of human problem solving stated in the form of a simulation program (Ernst & Newell, 1969; Newell & Simon, 1972). This program and the associated theoretical framework had a significant impact on the subsequent direction of cognitive psychology. It also introduced the use of productions as a method for specifying cognitive models. The theoretical framework was information processing and attempted to explain all behavior as a function of memory operations, control processes and rules (Added: 5-Aug-2003 Hits: 4056 )

DO IT - A Simple Creativity Process - Creative Techniques from Mind Tools

By n a - This article helps you to use this simple process for defining problems. 'DO IT' will help you to get the best out of the creativity techniques. (Added: 16-Jan-2007 Hits: 1094 )

Five Steps to Solve Mathematical Problems

By Debbie Despirit - Students need to be taught problem solving strategies to dissect a math problem. Teach five simple steps to assist the student in solving a math problem. (Added: 12-Dec-2006 Hits: 1283 )

Multi-level Problem Solving

By Gregory Frenklach - Multi-level Problem Solving (MPS) is different from TRIZ despite the heavy TRIZ influence. The MPS is a skeleton of short algorithms, forming the basis for future discussion and development. (Added: 16-Jan-2007 Hits: 1585 )

Problem Solving Strategies

By Deb Russell - Although this strategy is meant to apply to math problems, the step-by-step approach described within can be used for other problems as well. Think about what your personal clue words would be if you adapted this problem-solving process. (Added: 12-Dec-2006 Hits: 3086 )

Business Problem Solving Techniques

By n a - By using these problem solving techniques you can start to tackle problems which might otherwise seem huge, overwhelming and excessively complex. These tools give you a starting point in problem solving where other people would just feel helpless and intimidated by the situation. (Added: 12-Dec-2006 Hits: 1951 )

Brainstorming - Generating Many Radical Ideas - Mind Tools

By NA - Brainstorming is an excellent way of developing many creative solutions to a problem. It works by focusing on a problem, and then coming up with very many radical solutions to it. Ideas should deliberately be as broad and odd as possible, and should be developed as fast as possible. Brainstorming is a lateral thinking process (see the introduction to this chapter for further information) - it is designed to help you break out of your thinking patterns into new ways of looking at things. (Added: 4-Aug-2003 Hits: 3161 )

Problem Analysis Worksheet

By Gary K. Clabaugh & Edward G. Rozycki - A handy problem analysis worksheet that can be used for thinking through negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict management (Added: 17-Nov-2003 Hits: 4145 )

Tom Hirshfield's Rules of Thumb

By Roger von Oech - Learn Ton Hirshfield's 10 rules of thumb for solving any problem you may have. Learn how, if you don't understand a problem, explaining it to an audience and listening to yourself will help you. (Added: 12-Dec-2006 Hits: 1090 )

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