In this course, you will learn how to develop your Problem Solving and Creativity Skills to help you achieve success in your university studies. After completing this course, you will be able to:
Problem-Solving Skills for University Success
Problem-Solving Skills for University Success
This course is part of Academic Skills for University Success Specialization
Instructors: Katherine Olston
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There are 6 modules in this course
After this module, you will be able to 1. Understand the structure & expectations of the course 2. Understand expectations about Problem-Solving within academic culture 3. Articulate the skills & dispositions needed for Problem-Solving 4. Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues related to academic integrity surrounding Problem-Solving
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6 videos8 readings6 assignments3 discussion prompts
After this module, you will be able to 1. Categorize different problems based on their type 2. Identify the different problem types most common at university 3. Recognise language associated with descriptive & analytical problem types 4. Recognise & apply the four-step problem solving process
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9 videos4 readings6 assignments3 discussion prompts
After this module, you will be able to 1. Apply strategies to help you better understand a problem & identify the goal of a problem 2. Generate ideas or approaches for solving a problem 3. Apply strategies to help you find alternative solutions 4. Recognise the place of research & evidence in problem solving 5. Identify & justify formulas, theories or outside tools required for problem solving.
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8 videos6 readings6 assignments3 discussion prompts
After this module, you will be able to 1. Change analogies & viewpoints to solve problems. 2. Apply a variety of forms of reasoning & thinking. 3. Employ creative techniques to the solution of problems. 4. Evaluate a number of solutions to a problem to determine the best one.
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9 videos5 readings6 assignments3 discussion prompts
After this module, you will be able to 1. Communicate your solutions to problems to your audience. 2. Study for university exams, & communicate your solutions to problems in exams. 3. Deal with competing priorities at university. 4. Find solutions to problems that can occur at university.
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10 videos6 readings6 assignments3 discussion prompts
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TD
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Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025
This course introduced to me several typical problems, and helped me develop strategy for solving problems effectively.
EL
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Reviewed on Aug 7, 2020
Nice course, Students can learn right way to understand the problem and find solution.
MJ
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Reviewed on Jul 30, 2021
very nice training and open your mind on new way of thinking
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