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A good problem solver does not simply resort to the obvious solutions but he is able to explore other possible means; he is one who sees more than one solution and looks for new creative and productive ways to address the problem.
A good problem solver does not simply resort to the obvious solutions but he is able to explore other possible means; he is one who sees more than one solution and looks for new creative and productive ways to address the problem.
Source: https://www.goodnewspilipinas.com/5-characteristics-of-a-good-problem-solver/
What can problem solving look like?
What can problem solving look like?
Modules
Modules
Strengthen your Skills
Occupation Profile Exploration
Interviews
Minute Challenges
Strengthen your Skills
Strengthen your Skills
Watch the videos and complete the activities on how you can build your problem solving skills.
Power tower
Power tower
Materials needed:
Pipe cleaners
Partner
Tip to improve your pROBLEM SOLVING skills
Tip to improve your pROBLEM SOLVING skills
Occupation profile exploration
Occupation profile exploration
Learn details about any occupation including what you might do on the job, how much you might earn and how much education or training you might need.
Enter a keyword for a career, a job title, or a type of work
Select and explore from a list of careers
20-45 minutes
Interviews from the staff
Interviews from the staff
Aquatic Life Supervisor
"We test the water throughout the park and start at the Arctic Ring of Life...First thing we do is check the equipment, grab samples and test the water samples".
Director of Animal Health
"We spend a lot of time taking care of the teeth of the animals at the Zoo, so dentistry is very important...We clean and polish their teeth just like they do at your dental office".
Bird Zookeeper
"Stay patient with yourself. If you can volunteer at a vet hospital or a wildlife rehabilitation center that will all work to your advantage in the end".
Maintenance Tech III
"We have to maintain, operate or repair equipment when it comes to HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning). HVAC systems are in every building...we are responsible for them all".
Minute Challenges: What can you complete in a minute???
Minute Challenges: What can you complete in a minute???
Practice your communication with a partner
A minute is often not as long as you think- try these tasks that will put your problem solving skills to the test.
Thread the Needle
Thread the Needle
Materials you will need
5 Sewing Needles
5 pieces of 6 in. thread
Timer
Tricky pick up
Tricky pick up
Materials you will need
Chopsticks
Round cereal
Table
Bowl
Cups for each individual
Reflect
Reflect
Congratulations! You have finished the course! Think about something surprising you learned or something that inspired you. Write about it, explore what was surprising or inspiring.
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