Course Syllabus

"Problem-solving" written on a whiteboard.

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 According to an article in Study Breaks ("The Top 5 Skills Employers Say Recent Grads Lack and How to Learn Them"), one of the most highly sought-after skills employers seek in college graduates is the ability to think critically and solve problems. This means being able to confront a problem; grasp its underlying causes; consider all possible solutions; and arrive at an answer that satisfies the needs of everyone involved. Problem-solving is a skill, and like any other skill it takes time and practice to develop it fully. Luckily, you are more than capable of achieving excellence as a problem-solver: throughout your life, you've probably been faced with crises that you had to solve. This online workshop helps you consider that ability in the context of problem-solving as a unique and specific skill, and breaks down the problem-solving process in a way that is accessible and easy to understand.

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  • Self-Reflection: You will reflect upon your own capacity for problem-solving.
  • Process-Based Thinking: You will begin to see problem-solving as a multi-part process.
  • Forethought: You will consider the importance of planning ahead and predicting possible outcomes in the problem-solving process.
  • Metacognition: You will practice thinking critically about past decisions in order to improve your future problem-solving efforts.

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Lesson 1: Problem-Solving Skills Assessment

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Lesson 2: Understanding the Problem

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Lesson 3: Common Problem-Solving Errors

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Lesson 4: Devising a Plan

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Lesson 5: Looking Back and Course Survey

Course Summary:

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