Problem solving method
- 1. PROBLEM SOLVING METHOD DR. C. BEULAH JAYARANI M.Sc., M.A, M.Ed, M.Phil (Edn), M.Phil (ZOO), NET, Ph.D ASST. PROFESSOR, LOYOLA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, CHENNAI - 34
- 2. INTRODUCTION A problem is generally considered to be a Task, A Situation, Or Person which is difficult to deal with or control due to complexity and in transparency In each case, a problem is considered to be a matter which is difficult to solve or settle, a doubtful case, or a complex task involving doubt and uncertainty Problem solving is generally regarded as the most important cognitive activity in everyday and professional contexts. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 2
- 3. STEPS IN PROBLEM SOLVING METHOD Recognizing the problem Defining and interpreting the problem Collecting data related to the problem Organizing and evaluating the data of problem Arriving at final conclusion Verifying the result Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 3
- 4. A. RECOGNIzING THE PROBLEM • Teacher should recognize a discussion of a problem with the students. • Based on the discussion students should feel that it is their own problem and they should solve it. • The teacher should organize the problem in such a manner that it should arouse student’s interest to study and solve it. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 4
- 5. B. DEfINING AND INTERPRETING THE PROBLEM • The teacher should explain the problem given to the students in detail Or may be interpreted by the students themselves through discussion. • All the attributes constituting the problem must be defined in a systematic manner. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 5
- 6. C. COLLECTION Of DATA RELATED TO THE PROBLEM • The teacher should suggest the available resources like books, journals, periodicals, etc, with respect to the problem given to the students. • Encourage students to collect data from different sources. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 6
- 7. D. ORGANIzING AND EVALUATING THE DATA Of PROBLEM • In this stage, the teacher can help the students in arranging and classifying the materials collected in a scientific way. • The data collected must be well organized by the students and all the unwanted superfluous matter should be deleted. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 7
- 8. E. ARRIVING AT fINAL CONCLUSION • After analyzing all the important points with respect to the problem, a tentative solution may be discussed among the students and finally they will arrive at a conclusion collectively. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 8
- 9. f. VERIfICATION Of RESULT • Finally the solution to the problem must be verified by applying this result in a new situation to detect the discrepancies If any, in the acts already discovered. Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 9
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- 13. • Students learns the art of solving problem in real life • Reflective thinking and power of reasoning can be developed • Self-confidence will be developed • Develops open-mindedness and tolerance • Helps students in developing the power of critical judgements • Inculcates the habit of open-mindedness and tolerance MERITS Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 13
- 14. DEMERITS • It is difficult for the teacher to organize the contents of science. • It is a time-consuming process. • Textbooks and other written material are not available as per the guidelines of the problem- solving method. • This method is useful only for the students studying higher classes. • All the lessons or topics cannot be taught by his method Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 14
- 15. REfERENCE “Teaching of Biological Science” TNTEU – Study Material Ram Publications Sri Krishna Publications Kaviyamala Publications Google Images Dr. C. Beulah Jayarani 15