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Problem Solving Masterclass (Video Course)

Problem Solving Masterclass (Video Course)

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Description

  • Copyright 2025
  • Edition: 1st
  • Online Video
  • ISBN-10: 0-13-534285-6
  • ISBN-13: 978-0-13-534285-5

2+ Hours of Video Instruction

Supercharge your problem-solving skills using creativity, logic, and intuition in this unique personal masterclass.

Overview

Being a creative and critical thinker is about nurturing curiosity and fluidity, being able to generate lots of different ideas, and being willing to try out different approaches to solving problems. Yet it is also about using logic and intuition to harness creative and problem-solving powers, not only by yourself but also in a group or team.

Solving problems quickly, creatively, and collaboratively is one of the most sought-after skills in todays workplace. It is crucial to identify and address complex challenges and opportunities in a variety of contexts. The employee who can think on their feet, come up with innovative solutions, and adapt well to change will be in demand.

In this course, Emma Sue Prince, author of 7 Skills for the Future and an expert in critical thinking and problems-solving, coaches you through simple and time-tested techniques for improving and perfecting your creative and critical thinking skills.

Career Success Series

The Career Success Series from Pearson addresses essential skills for your personal and professional development in the areas of communication, presentation, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, and resilience. These skills are critical for any industry, any job title, and any career stage whether youre just starting out or have been in the workforce for years. Expert trainers deliver practical tools and techniques you can use to enhance your resume, excel in your career, or simply enrich your life skills. 

Learn How To

  • Know the difference between emotion and intuition
  • Understand what influences our reasoning and logic
  • Know how to identify the issue at hand
  • Be able to ask and apply the five Whys
  • Know how to mind map
  • Apply the four rules for decision making
  • Adopt a people-centered problem-solving approach
  • Facilitate great group and team discussions
  • Use design thinking and storytelling techniques to problem-solve
  • Frame problems as unexpected opportunities
  • Use improvisation tools to think on your feet
  • Apply creative problem-solving tools at work

About Pearson Video Training

Pearson publishes expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. These professional and personal technology videos feature world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, Pearson IT Certification, Prentice Hall, Sams, and Que Topics include: IT Certification, Network Security, Cisco Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, and more.  Learn more about Pearson Video training at  http://www.informit.com/video.

Sample Content

Table of Contents

Course Introduction

Lesson 1: Emotion Versus Intuition

Lesson 2: Decision Making in Problem-Solving

Lesson 3: Organizational Problem-Solving

Lesson 4: Collaborative Problem-Solving Tools

Lesson 5: Creative Problem-Solving

Lesson 6: Reframing Problems as Opportunities

 

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