Term ID: T1971

General Problem Solving

/general-problem-solving/
Cognitive strategies and processes that can be applied across different domains and types of problems, involving planning, monitoring, and evaluation of solution attempts.
Example: Using systematic approaches like breaking problems into smaller parts, generating multiple solutions, and evaluating outcomes that work across academic, personal, and professional challenges.

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Reference: Newell & Simon (1972)