Course

Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

The University of Sydney

Embark on a transformative journey to enhance your problem-solving and creativity skills with Problem-Solving Skills for University Success. This course, offered by The University of Sydney, delves into the significance of problem-solving within academic settings and the art of critical thought in creative ideation.

Throughout this comprehensive program, you will develop a robust toolkit to identify real problems within ill-defined scenarios and gain proficiency in applying analytical and creative problem-solving techniques. By understanding the role of creativity in various fields, you will learn to apply problem-solving and creative ideation skills to real-life contexts, fostering personal growth and reflective learning processes.

  • Recognize the importance and function of problem-solving and creative thought within academic study
  • Develop a toolkit to identify real problems within ill-defined scenarios
  • Apply analytical and creative problem-solving techniques
  • Understand the role of creativity in different fields
  • Apply problem-solving and creative ideation skills to real-life contexts

Embark on this enriching educational journey to cultivate essential problem-solving and creative skills crucial for achieving success in university studies.

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Problem-Solving Skills for University Success
Course Modules

Immerse yourself in Problem-Solving Skills for University Success through six modules. Explore topics such as academic culture, problem categorization, understanding problems, creative and critical approaches, communicating solutions, and summative assessment.

Introduction to Problem-Solving Skills for University Success

Welcome to the Academic Skills for University Success Specialization! This module provides an introduction to academic culture, problem-solving, and essential survival skills for university. Gain insights into academic integrity and prepare for the Problem-Solving Skills Assessment. Engage in discussions, brain teasers, and self-assessment to enrich your learning experience.

Categorise Problems & The Problem-Solving Process

Categorise Problems & The Problem-Solving Process module delves into defining and categorizing problems, exploring descriptive and analytical tasks, and understanding the problem-solving process. Engage in brain teasers and self-assessment to reinforce your understanding of problem categorization and the problem-solving process.

Understanding Problems, Generating Solutions & Solution Paths

Understanding Problems, Generating Solutions & Solution Paths module equips you with strategies for understanding and beginning problems, using specialized knowledge, and problem-solving with special cases. Engage in brain teasers and self-assessment to enhance your understanding of solution paths.

Taking Creative & Critical Approaches to Solving Problems, & Evaluating Solutions

Taking Creative & Critical Approaches to Solving Problems, & Evaluating Solutions module focuses on seeking different perspectives, applying creative strategies, and evaluating solutions. Explore the importance of creativity and engage in brain teasers and self-assessment to refine your creative and critical problem-solving skills.

Communicating Solutions & Solving Problems in Academic Life

Communicating Solutions & Solving Problems in Academic Life module prepares you for effectively communicating solutions in written and oral forms, in exams, and within group problem-solving scenarios. Gain insights into organization, time management, stress management, and where to find help. Engage in brain teasers and self-assessment to hone your communication and problem-solving skills.

Summative Assessment

The Summative Assessment module provides an opportunity to consolidate your learning and demonstrate your mastery of problem-solving and creativity skills. Prepare for the summative quiz, engage in discussions, and self-assessment to validate your proficiency in the course content.

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