ABSTRACT
What is a problem-solving methodology? Problem-solving methodology is a strategy with specific steps that one would use to find the problems that are in the way to getting to one’s own goal. Another way of saying it is that problem solving consists of using generic or ad hoc methods, in an orderly manner, for finding solutions to problems. Others may have different definitions, for example, calling it a problem-solving cycle (Bransford and Stein 1993). In this cycle, one will recognize the problem, define the problem, develop a strategy to fix the problem, organize the knowledge of the problem cycle, figure out the resources at the user’s disposal, monitor one’s progress, and evaluate the solution for accuracy. Although called a cycle, one does not have to do each step to fix the problem. In fact, in some cases if the problem is simple, not all steps may be necessary. However, the reason it is called a cycle is that once one is completed with a problem, usually another will surface.
