Section 6. Problem Solving

6.1 What is problem solving?

• problem solving as an aspect of thinking
• how is knowledge used in problem solving?

6.2 Early approaches to problem solving

• problem solving in animals
• problem solving in humans

6.3 Information processing approach to problem solving

Newell & Simon’s problem space theory

• problem states
• analysis
• constraints of cognitive system

6.4 Experts vs. novices

• sample domains – chess
• acquisition of expertise

6.5 Creativity and the use of analogies in problem solving

• creativity
• analogies

Terms to know for this section

Readings

• Reisberg p. 532-586