The Problem Solving BBookCourse

Introduction

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If you want to excel at problem solving, this BookCourse provides a step-by-step path so you can justifiabily say “I got this, it works, I love it.”

Getting Started

This section builds the core steps for awesome problem solving

  1. Problems A problem is a gap between current conditions (present state) and desirable future conditions (goal state).
  2. Problem Solving Problem solving is the process of recognizing the problem (gap), figuring out how to close it, and then getting it closed.
  3. Effective Problem Solving (EPS). EPS gives you the best results with the most rewards and the fewest drawbacks by using these steps: Problem → Goal State → Subgoals → Iterative Subgoal Attainment.
    1. Problem Identification: PI involves figuring out the most useful problem to solve.

Effective Problem Solving (EPS) means identifying the most worthwhile problems, determining effective ways to solve them, creating high-quality solutions, and enjoying the process throughout. Analysis: {worthwhile problems + effective methods + great solutions + enjoyment}.

This BookCourse provides a path so that anyone can excel at problem solving and achieve what we call competent ease: “I got this, it’s simple, it works, and I love it”

Core Fundamentals of Problem Solving

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Problem ⇔ Gap between conditions right now (present state) and desirable future conditions (goal state) that the problem solver is taking actions to close. Analysis: {gap, present state, desirable goal state, commitment to action}

Problem Solving ⇔ Process of figuring out the best goal state, figuring out how to reaching this, and then taking the actions or guiding other such the the goal state is attained.

EPS ⇔ Method for solving problems that involves deeply understanding the problem, figuring out the best goal state, breaking this down into its essential subgoals (analysi), and then progressively reaching subgoals by using an iterative process: generating ideas, selecting the best ones, visualizing a solution path, making a step-by-step plan, executing the plan, and then refecting on experiences to move forward.

Goal State ⇔ Desirable future conditions that a problem solver is commited to reaching as evidenced by taking actions.

Present State ⇔ The set of conditions that exist in the present. A condition is something that is observable or measurable.

Best ⇔ Something is best for an actor (person or group) when it provides them with the most rewards and the fewest drawbacks in a holistic sense.

Analysis ⇔ The process of breaking something down into its essential parts. In the context of problem solving, analysis is the process of breaking a big problem down so that one can take a small step while also focusing on an essential part.

Motivation ⇔ Motivation is an internal drive to engage in goal oriented behavior, typically observable by actions.

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The job of this BookCourse is to equip you to:

  1. Skillfully and joyfully solve nearly every problem you choose to tackle — including those you have no idea how to solve at first, and even those most people consider impossible.

  2. Set and reach nearly any goal you want.

  3. Complete projects on time and on budget.

  4. Prioritize your activities {problem solving, project work, goal attainment, learning and such} to maximize your payoffs.

This BookCourse draws on the best available evidence from higher education research and applies the science-based method of learning known as Deliberate Practice.

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