Five-Step Model for Problem SolvingThe key to solving personal problems is to understand and implement a structuredprocess (Ridel, 2015). In this chapter, Dr. Ridel provided us with a problem solving processbroken down into five steps: (1) Identify the problem, (2) discover the causes of the problem,(3) brainstorm options to solve the problem, (4) evaluate each option and choose the best one,and (5) act, monitor and modify your solution (Ridel, 2015).This lesson from week four really stood out to me, and I found it to be most meaningfuland useful. I compare this Five-Step Model to that of an outline when writing a paper; the endresult is much cleaner and more effective/efficient when it is done through a well thought-outand organized process.Sometimes, when problem arise, I feel overwhelmed. Generally speaking, I do wellwhen things are organized and a process is followed- if there is a process out there, I will findit! Problem solving is no different, and I am especially glad to have learned of this Five-Stepmodel during this course to utilize when problems arise in the future.ConclusionThis course, Critical Thinking in Everyday Life, has provided me with many tools thatwill help me to keep improving my critical thinking skills, both inside and outside of the
Recommended textbook solutionsHDEV5
6th EditionSpencer A. Rathus
380 solutions
Myers' Psychology for AP
2nd EditionDavid G Myers
900 solutions
Social Psychology
10th EditionElliot Aronson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers, Timothy D. Wilson
525 solutions
Myers' Psychology for the AP Course
3rd EditionC. Nathan DeWall, David G Myers
955 solutions
200
The third planet from the sun
Earth
200
True or False
Dr. Ridel presents a 3-Step model for Problem Solving in "Critical Thinking in Everyday Life."
False
200
Which letter does not appear in any state name?
Q
200
What is the most recognizable logo? (Answers varied, so I will accept two different answers)
Nike & Apple
200
Which boy band was Justin Timberlake in?
NSYNC
200
The Statue of Liberty
200
Alexander Hamilton
400
What is the Italian word for pie?
Pizza
400
The Five Step Model for Problem Solving includes these five steps: Correct!
Identify, Causes, Options,Evaluate, Act
Imagine, Discover, Connect, Evaluate, Form
Experience, Solve, Connect, Diffuse, Evolve
Options, Act, Review, Think, Solve
Identify, Causes, Options,Evaluate, Act
400
how many minutes are in a day
1440
400
Name the company.
McDonalds
400
What is the name of this band?
Kiss
400
Earth's highest mountain above sea level, located in the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas.
Mount Everest
400
John F. Kennedy
600
What was the last state to join the USA?
Hawaii
600
Which Step of the Problem Solving Process is known as "the root cause analysis."
Step 5 Act
Step 3: Create Options/Creative Thinking
Step 2: Discover the Causes of the Problem
Step 1: Identify the Problem
Step 4: Evaluate
Step 2: Discover the Causes of the Problem
600
What blood type do you need to be a universal donor?
O-
600
Which color is most often used in logos?
Red
600
What was the name of the movie about the band Queen?
Bohemian Rhapsody
800
In the traditional rhyme, how many mice were blind?
Three
800
Which of the following Steps from The 5 -Step Model for Problem Solving emphasizes critical thinking?
Step 1: Indentify
Step 4: Evaluate
Step 5: Act
Step 2: Discover
Step 4: Evaluate
800
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
800
What is the most popular branded merchandise?
t-shirt
800
The most played song of 2020
Blinding Lights by the Weeknd
800
The Leaning Tower of Pisa
1000
I have a cake and a table named after me, and I am consumed all around the world - what am I?
Coffee
1000
Dr. Ridel discusses how The Five-Step Model can be used to overcome personal problems including:
Computers, TV, Social Media
Problem Solving, Internal and External Barriers, and Social Media
School Problems, Relationship Problems, Work Problems
Fact, Fiction, and Uncertainty
All of the above
School Problems, Relationship Problems, Work Problems
1000
Which state is considered to be the Evergreen State
Washington
1000
What is significant about the Fed Ex logo?
Arrow in-between E & X
1000
What singing group was Beyoncé a part of?
Destiny's Child
1000
Winnie-the Pooh
1200
Not including Alaska, which state has the most coastline?
Florida
1200
In order to take the next step on your critical thinking journey, you will need to deepen your base of knowledge and expand your reach.
True or False
True
1200
Name 4 main characters from Sesame Street
Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Bert, Grover, Kermit, Abby, Oscar the Grouch, Ernie, Baby Bear
1200
What is in the Starbucks logo?
Mermaid or Siren
1200
Which band is considered the best selling band?
The Beatles
1200
A prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, two miles (3 km) west of Amesbury. It consists of a ring of standing stones, each around 13 feet.
Stonehenge
1400
Which BMW is a sedan? BMW 11i, 9000i, or 740i.
BMW 740i
1400
The beginning of any process to solve problems is to actually define them.
True or False
True
1400
What is the most visited country in the world?
France
1400
What is "logo" short for?
LogotypeHermes
1400
Name the band that "Method man" was in
the Wu-Tang clan
1400
Maya Angelou
(Famous civil rights activist.)
Click to zoom