Sharing Teaching Ideas: Problem Solving the Problems of Society

2003 ◽  
Vol 96 (5) ◽  
pp. 320-323
Author(s):  
Jason Cushner
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Mathematics Classroom ◽  
Problem Solver ◽  
Mathematics Students ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
Ways Of Thinking ◽  
Teaching Ideas ◽  
Good Problem

By learning problem solving in mathematics, students should acquire ways of thinking, habits of persistence and curiosity, and confidence in unfamiliar situations that will serve them well outside the mathematics classroom. In everyday life and in the workplace, being a good problem solver can lead to great advantages.

scholarly journals Understanding adults’ strong problem-solving skills based on PIAAC

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 537-553 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raija Hämäläinen ◽  
Bram De Wever ◽  
Kari Nissinen ◽  
Sebastiano Cincinnato
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Continuous Process ◽  
Vocational Education And Training ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Problem Solvers ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Good Problem

Purpose Research has shown that the problem-solving skills of adults with a vocational education and training (VET) background in technology-rich environments (TREs) are often inadequate. However, some adults with a VET background do have sound problem-solving skills. The present study aims to provide insight into the socio-demographic, work-related and everyday life factors that are associated with a strong problem-solving performance. Design/methodology/approach The study builds on large-scale data of the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) and gives insight into VET adults (N = 12,929) with strong problem-solving skills in 11 European countries. Findings This study introduces new knowledge with respect to the socio-demographic, work-related and everyday life background factors that contribute to successful VET adults’ problem-solving skills. The findings of the authors illustrate that a continuous process of development including non-formal and informal activity, as well as learning taking place at work, is associated with strong performance in problem-solving skills in TRE. Research limitations/implications An important implication of this study is that this paper introduces novel knowledge for VET adults’ competences and can be used to support the development of VET adults’ problem-solving skills in TREs. Originality/value The study was conducted to explore new understanding about good problem-solvers in TREs with a VET background. The originality of the study derives from its focus on good problem-solvers in TREs related to a VET background. The findings can be used to create novel ways to enhance the development of VET adults’ problem-solving skills in TREs.

LEARNING STEPPINGSTONES FOR PROBLEM SOLVING

1993 ◽  
Vol 07 (03) ◽  
pp. 527-540
Author(s):  
DAVID RUBY ◽  
DENNIS KIBLER
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
General Problem ◽  
Real World ◽  
Logic Synthesis ◽  
Vlsi Design ◽  
Problem Solver ◽  
Problem Difficulty ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
Real World Problems

One goal of Artificial Intelligence is to develop and understand computational mechanisms for solving difficult real-world problems. Unfortunately, domains traditionally used in general problem-solving research lack important characteristics of real-world domains, making it difficult to apply the techniques developed. Most classic AI domains require satisfying a set of Boolean constraints. Real-world problems require finding a solution that meets a set of Boolean constraints and performs well on a set of real-valued constraints. In addition, most classic domains are static while domains from the real world change. In this paper we demonstrate that SteppingStone, a general learning problem solver, is capable of solving problems with these characteristics. SteppingStone heuristically decomposes a problem into simpler subproblems, and then learns to deal with the interactions that arise between the subproblems. In lieu of an agreed upon metric for problem difficulty, we choose significant problems that are difficult for both people and programs as good candidates for evaluating progress. Consequently we adopt the domain of logic synthesis from VLSI design to demonstrate SteppingStone’s capabilities.

Professional Noticing: Learning to Teach Responsively

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 238-243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Thomas ◽  
Molly H. Fisher ◽  
Cindy Jong ◽  
Edna O. Schack ◽  
Lisa R. Krause ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Learning To Teach ◽  
Problem Solver ◽  
Professional Noticing ◽  
Research Department ◽  
Practical Research ◽  
Good Problem

What it means to be a good problem solver, what a good problem-solving activity looks like, and what teachers should keep in mind as they bring problem-solving activities to the classroom are explored in this month's practical research department.

scholarly journals Digital game-based teaching Economics in Primary School

2021 ◽  
pp. 105-115
Author(s):  
Petros Skiadas ◽  
George Sarafoglou ◽  
Eleni Tsami
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Education Economics ◽  
Game Based Learning ◽  
Primary School Students ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
School Students ◽  
Teaching Economics ◽  
Teachers And Students

Abstract The aim of this study is to make economics more friendly to primary school students. Distance game-based teaching is not familiar to Greek Schools (teachers and students). This survey is an innovation for the Greek Education and makes a teaching proposal in this field. The proposal is about money and how children 6-12 years old learn to use them in their everyday life. The teaching proposal is based on the students’ books of the primary school. The game-based teaching guides children to learn with fun and solve problems. Keywords: Game-based learning, Problem-solving, Primary education, Economics.

scholarly journals EFEKTIVITAS MODEL PEMBELAJARAN DISCOVERY LEARNING DAN PROBLEM SOLVING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN PEMECAHAN MASALAH MATEMATIKA KELAS IV SEKOLAH DASAR

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuniarti Kusumaningrum
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Model Problem ◽  
Discovery Learning ◽  
Mathematics Students ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
Normality Test ◽  
Sample Test ◽  
Yield Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Class Iv

ABSTRACTResearch conducted with the aim to determine differences in the effectiveness of the model of Discovery Learning and Problem Solving of problem-solving ability mathematics students of class IV elementary school. The type of the research is quasi-experimental with the use of test prerequisites that consist of normality test and homogeneity. In this study, yield test is a prerequisite with the data normal distribution and homogeneous. From the T test using Independent Samples Test showed t count > t table with value 7,113 > 2,007 with significance 0,000 < 0,05 that means Ho is rejected and Ha accepted. Based on the results obtained there are differences in the effectiveness of significant. The results of the test N-Gain there is an increase after the treatment is given in the experimental class using the model of Discovery Learning by 0.40 and the control class there is an increase after a given model Problem Solving of 0.16. Based on these results shows that the model of Discovery Learning is more effective when compared with the Problem Solving model to increase problem solving ability in mathematics of students of class IV elementary school.Keywords : discovery learning, problem solving, problem solving skill. ABSTRAKPenelitian dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui perbedaan efektivitas model Discovery Learning dan model Problem Solving terhadap kemampuan pemecahan masalah matematika siswa kelas IV sekolah dasar. Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan yaitu eksperimen semu dengan menggunakan uji prasyarat yang terdiri dari uji normalitas dan homogenitas. Pada penelitian ini menghasilkan uji prasyarat dengan data yang berdistribusi normal dan homogen. Dari uji T menggunakan Independent Sample Test yang menunjukkan t hitung > t tabel dengan nilai 7,113 > 2,007 dengan signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05 yang berarti Ho ditolak dan Ha diterima. Berdasarkan hasil yang didapatkan maka terdapat perbedaan efektivitas yang signifikan. Hasil uji N-Gain terdapat peningkatan setelah diberikan perlakuan kelas eksperimen menggunakan model Discovery Learning sebesar 0,40 dan kelas kontrol terdapat peningkatan setelah diberikan model Problem Solving sebesar 0,16.  Berdasarkan hasil tersebut menunjukkan bahwa model Discovery Learning lebih efektif jika dibandingkan dengan model Problem Solving terhadap peningkatan kemampuan pemecahan masalah matematika siswa kelas IV sekolah dasar.Kata Kunci: discovery learning, problem solving, kemampuan pemecahan masalah.

PERBEDAAN PENINGKATAN KETERAMPILAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA PADA MATERI TERMOKIMIA MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN GROUP DAN INDIVIDUAL PROBLEM SOLVING

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 99
Author(s):  
St Fatimah Azzahra
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
Group Problem ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Group Design ◽  
Group Problem Solving

ABSTRACTThis research is aimed to know the differences increase critical thinking skills through learning group and individual problem solving in thermochemical material. This research uses a quasi-experimental design with nonequivalent control group design and study sample consisted of 103 students, divided into the first experimental (group problem solving) (35 students), the two group experimental (individual problem solving) (34 students). The collected through pretest-posttest. The analyzed with the Kruskal Wallis test, the results showed that the learning problem solving as a group or individually can improve students’ critical thinking skills. Statistical test there are significant differences in the students critical thinking skills thermochemical material between students who received group and individual problem solving. Critical thinking skills improvement with problem solving individual learning higher compared with group learning problem solving.Keywords: problem solving learning, critical thinking skillsABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perbedaan peningkatan keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa melalui pembelajaran group dan individual problem solving pada materi termokimia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode quasi experimen dengan desain Nonequivalent Control Group Design dan sampel penelitian ini terdiri dari 103 siswa yang terbagi ke dalam kelompok eksperimen pertama (pembelajaran group problem solving) (35 siswa), kelompok eksperimen kedua (pembelajaran individual problem solving) (34 siswa).Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui pretest-posttest. Data dianalisis dengan uji Kruskal Wallis Test, hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran problem solving secara group maupun secara individual dapat meningkatkan keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa. Data uji statistik, terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa pada materi termokimia antara siswa yang mendapat pembelajaran group problem solving dan individual problem solving. Peningkatan keterampilan berpikir kritis dengan pembelajaran individual problem solving lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan pembelajaran group problem solving.Kata Kunci: Pembelajaran Problem Solving, Keterampilan Berpikir Kritis

Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning dalam Pembelajaran Matematika di Kelas VIII SMPN 28 Padang

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 225-236
Author(s):  
Andi Susanto ◽  
Sony Ariadi
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Learning Problem ◽  
Math Ability ◽  
Class Viii ◽  
Randomized Control

This reseach is aimed at knowing the students ability in both solving the math problem and connection those who are taught by Problem Based Learning at class VIII of the Junior High school 28 Padang 2017/2018. This research is categorized as quasy Experimental Research, by using Randomized Control Group Only Design. After implementing the Problem Based Leaning, the student was directly given the test as the result showed that the score  of the student who belong to the experimental class in  problem solving recorded as 74,00 while those who were in the control class only refers to 72,30. The test average score on the experimental class in term of math connection ability was 68,73; while in the control class recorded as 62,43. The T- Test showed that T-Table equals to 1,64 with the degree of reliability 95% . This fact reveals that the students’ ability in solving the problem after being taught through Problem Based Learning is higher than in control class with T-count equals to 3,71; while their connection math ability through Problem Based Learning Model in the Experimental Class is higher than control with T-count 2.17.Keywords: Problem Based Learning, problem solving, mathematics connection

Good problem solvers? Leveraging knowledge sharing mechanisms and management support

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 1017-1038 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambra Galeazzo ◽  
Andrea Furlan
Keyword(s):  
Transformational Leadership ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Hierarchical Linear Modeling ◽  
Shop Floor ◽  
Management Support ◽  
Linear Modeling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Problem Solvers ◽  
Good Problem

Purpose Organizational learning relies on problem-solving as a way to generate new knowledge. Good problem solvers should adopt a problem-solving orientation (PSO) that analyzes the causes of problems to arrive at an effective solution. The purpose of this paper is to investigate this relevant, though underexplored, topic by examining two important antecedents of PSO: knowledge sharing mechanisms and transformational leaders’ support. Design/methodology/approach Hierarchical linear modeling analyses were performed on a sample of 131 workers in 12 plants. A questionnaire was designed to collect data from shop-floor employees. Knowledge sharing was measured using the mechanisms of participative practices and standardized practices. Management support was assessed based on the extent to which supervisors engaged in transformational leadership. Findings Knowledge sharing mechanisms are an antecedent of PSO behavior, but management support measured in terms of transformational leadership is not. However, transformational leadership affects the use of knowledge sharing mechanisms that, in turn, is positively related to PSO behavior. Practical implications The research provides practical guidance for practitioners to understand how to manage knowledge in the workplace to promote employees’ PSO behaviors. Originality/value Though problem-solving activities are intrinsic in any working context, PSO is still very much underrepresented and scarcely understood in knowledge management studies. This study fills this gap by investigating the antecedents of PSO behavior.

Classical American pragmatism: Practicing philosophy as experiencing life

Human Affairs ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacquelyn Kegley
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Everyday Life ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Religious Development ◽  
American Pragmatism ◽  
Du Bois ◽  
Problems In Living ◽  
Applied Philosophy ◽  
Democratic Life

AbstractI argue that Classical American Pragmatists—Royce, James, Dewey, Perice, Addams, Du Bois, and Locke subscribed to this view and practiced philosophy by focusing on experience and directing a critical eye to major problems in living. Thus Royce and Dewey explored the nature of genuine community and its role in developing a flourishing individual life but also a public, democratic life. Royce and James engaged in a phenomenological analysis of human experience including religious experience developing a rich understanding of human psychological, social, and religious development. Dewey, Royce and Perice applied the lessons of the scientific communal experience to problem solving in everyday life. Dewey explored life’s aesthetic dimensions. Addams, Du Bois and Locke applied philosophy to problems of living with discrimination as an immigrant or an African American.

scholarly journals Students’ Perceptions on Practical Problem Solving in Mathematics in E-environment

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Anda Zeidmane ◽  
Vita Duka
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Practical Problem ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Mathematics Students ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Study Process ◽  
Time To Learn ◽  
Computerized Learning

Study process in mathematics faces two major problems. First, engineers do not apply directly the problem solving skills of higher mathematics. Second, studying higher mathematics, students get an insufficient idea of its usability. The authors of the paper have worked out frameworks for practical problem solving in mathematics on the basis of didactic ontology in the Moodle computerized learning system (CMS. To determine students' perceptions on practical problem solving in mathematics in e-environment, more than 300 students from the specialties of engineering at the LUA participated in the survey. The survey results showed many students lack basic knowledge in mathematics, therefore they consume a lot of time to learn the basics in higher mathematics and to acquire the skills of practical problem solving in mathematics are less important.

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