5 Questions
What is the difference between simple problem solving (SPS) and complex problem solving (CPS)?
SPS addresses one issue, while CPS deals with multiple interrelated obstacles
What distinguishes well-defined problems from ill-defined problems?
Well-defined problems have specific obstacles and goals, while ill-defined problems lack clarity on the resolution to aim for
What is necessary to attain the goal in problem solving?
Sufficient resources and knowledge
What are socio-emotional problems dependent on?
The changeable emotions of individuals or groups
What is the classification of problem-solving tasks based on?
Whether they are well-defined or ill-defined, and whether they require formal or fact-based knowledge versus socio-emotional understanding
Study Notes
Problem Solving
- Simple Problem Solving (SPS): Involves well-defined problems with clear goals, minimal uncertainty, and a limited number of possible solutions.
- Complex Problem Solving (CPS): Involves ill-defined problems with unclear goals, high uncertainty, and a large number of possible solutions.
Problem Classification
- Well-defined problems: Have clear goals, constraints, and a limited number of possible solutions.
- Ill-defined problems: Have unclear goals, no clear constraints, and a large number of possible solutions.
Problem Solving Requirements
- Goal attainment: Requires a clear understanding of the problem, generation of solutions, and evaluation of their effectiveness.
Socio-emotional Problems
- Dependent on: Interpersonal conflicts, emotional states, and social relationships.
Problem-Solving Task Classification
- Classification is based on the problem's complexity, structure, and requirements.
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