1. Methods of Good Problem Solvers
Whimbey, A., & Lochhead, J. (1999). Problem and Comprehension. (6th ed.) Mahwah, NY: Erlbaum, pp
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2. Positive Attitude
Strong belief that problems can be solved thorough careful, persistent, academic analysis
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3. Concern for Accuracy
Great care to understand facts and relations fully and accurately
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4. Break Down Problem Break down problem into smaller steps and parts
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5. Avoiding Guessing
Poor problem solvers tend to jump to conclusion and guess without going through the steps needed to make sure the answers are accurate
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6. Be Active
Do more things as you try to understand and answer difficult questions
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