Summary - Problem Solving

In this module on ‘Introduction to problem-solving’, you got an in-depth understanding of the different aspects of problem-solving. Our subject-matter expert, Prashanth, has successfully acquainted you with the art of problem-solving using some simple and relevant examples. The next video will give you an overview of the concepts that have been covered so far. Let’s take a look at the video:

Well! That was a quick summary of the entire module. Let’s list this down here for your better understanding:

• You learnt the basic definitions of a problem and a solution.
• Prashanth also helped you understand the importance of problem-solving.
• You learnt the different archetypes of problems depending on whether the causes, options and outcomes are known.
• You also got an idea of the approaches to take when you encounter these archetypes of problems.
• You were introduced to the left and right approaches to problem-solving. The left approach is typically inclined towards logical and analytical situations, whereas the right approach is related to creative problem-solving.

The next module will explain how to build a more structured approach to solve complex problems.