Critical Thinking and Barriers
Solving Problems Using Critical Thinking
Planning and Solving Problems
100

What is Critical thinking?

Allows you to solve problems effectively and evaluate information to reach a conclusion.

100

What is Step 1 for solving a problem?

Define the problem. Before you can solve a problem, you need to know exactly what it is.

100
Name one common problem related to tools?

theft, damage or breaking, lack of skilled users

200

What should you not let get in the way to evaluate information fairly?

Personal feelings 
200

What is Step 2 for solving a problem?

Analyze and explore alternatives. Once you have defined the problem, consider different ways to solve it.

200

How are you supposed to handle delays?

notify your supervisor immediately

300
Name and describe one of the barriers to problem solving.

Closed-Mindedness- distrust new ideas

Personality conflicts- fail appreciate value of information or advice because of person who gave it

Fear of Change- people often fear change when believe it threatens them

300

What is Step 3 for solving a problem?

Choose a solution and plan its implementation. Move forward by choosing the solution that you think will work best.

300

What are 2 of the biggest problems connected with labor problems.

Tardiness and absenteeism.

400
rejecting an idea because you do not like the person who presented it is an example of what?

Personality conflicts 

400

What is Step 4 for solving a problem?

Put the solution into effect and monitor the results. Once the plan is in progress, follow it closely to ensure that it is progressing toward the desired results.

400

What do you do before you begin a task?

Ensure that it is understood and what member is supposed to do.

500

What are the three main barriers to problem solving?

Closed-mindedness

Personality Conflicts

Fear of Change

500

What is Step 5 for problem solving?

Evaluate the final result. If your solution does not work, go back to Step 3 and choose another solution.

500
Name 3 of the 4 main categories problems will fall under.

Materials, Equipment, Tools, Labor

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