6 Problem Solving
Slides: Problem Solving
Video: Problem Solving (4:15)
Additional Problem Solving Resources
- Edward Oneill. (2016, September 12). The Psychology of Problem-Solving [YouTube Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vg936IW9i7Q
- Brian Tracy. (2020, January 23). How to Become a Problem Solver | Brian Tracy [YouTube Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1XABm6OUQs
Practical Application: Problem Solving
- Farlani is a therapy assistant student doing a practicum placement. Farlani has a referral to work with a client on learning how to do knitting, crocheting, and sewing again after a stroke. Farlani has never done any of these activities before. Describe how Farlani can use problem solving strategies to handle this situation.
- Jakarta is a therapy assistant student who is working on a group project with 3 other students. The project is due in 1 week and includes written components and a presentation. The group has only met once to talk about the project. Jakarta and 2 other students have worked on their parts of the project and are almost done. One student has not done anything yet. That student’s section of the presentation is incomplete. Jakarta is worried that the group will not be ready for the presentation. Describe at least 3 different ways Jakarta could approach this situation.
- Identify a challenge in your life. Brainstorm possible ways you could respond, and list the pros and cons of each.
- How do you tend to respond to feedback? How could you effectively seek and implement feedback from others this semester?
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