Problem Solving

6 Problem Solving Skills That Drive Achievement

1. Defines problems by considering all potential parts and related causes.
2. Gathers and organizes relevant information about a problem from multiple sources.
3. Generates potential solutions to a problem, seeking and leveraging diverse perspectives.
4. Identifies alternative ideas/processes that are more effective than the ones previously used/suggested.
5. Evaluates the advantages and disadvantages associated with each potential solution identified for a problem.
6. Selects and implements best solution based on evaluation of advantages and disadvantages of each potential solution.

NOTE: Problem Solving is a process therefore the skills in this building block are written in order of implementation.

Aliases

Terms often used represent these skills:

Analytical, Cognitive Process, Cognitive Strategies, Creative, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Expert Thinking, Information Management, Innovative, Judgment, Process Oriented, Strategic Thinking, Reasoning, Troubleshooter