1. Chapter 1 General Problem Solving Concepts
Problem Solving and Programming Concepts
9th Edition
By Maureen Sprankle and Jim Hubbard

2. Overview Problem Solving in Everyday Life Types of Problems
Problem Solving with Computers
Difficulties with Problem Solving

3. Problem Solving in Everyday Life
Identify the problem.
Understand the problem.
Identify alternative ways to solve problem.
Select best alternative.
List solution steps for alternative chosen.
Evaluate solution.

4. Types of Problems Problems with … Algorithmic solutions
series of actions
Heuristic solutions
require reasoning built on knowledge and experience, and a process of trial and error.
Combination of algorithmic and heuristic solutions

5. Problem Solving with Computers
Definitions:
Solution  instructions followed to produce best result
Result  outcome, computer-assisted answer
Program  instructions for solution using computer language

6. I can’t explain how I know, I just know it!
Which number is the largest? 30 60 40

7. Difficulties with Problem Solving
Lack of problem solving experience
Inadequate solution steps
Incorrect problem definition
Alternatives chosen incorrectly
Invalid logic
Incorrect solution evaluation