Problem Solving is a part of our every day lives. In almost everything we do, we need to make a decision that will either benefit is in one way or hurt us in another. When it comes to studying, I have found there are many problems that can happen throughout the course of time. You can run into obstacles that take your focus away from what is at tasks, you could have multiple things due on a certain date and not have enough time to even finish. All of these things can cause people to be very stressed out and make bad decisions and not give the full effort they possibly could. I think that Time Management plays a big part to Problem Solving when it comes to doing schoolwork or studying for tests and quizzes. If you use your time correctly, the whole problem solving process can become a lot easier. Throughout this semester I have tried a couple of Problem Solving methods. One of them, the COPER process, I liked, and the other, Ranking Priorities, I didn't.
COPER process has helped me with studying for upcoming midterms exams. I have two midterm exams on March 3rd, which is a problem for me because that will be a lot of information I will have to retain. The COPER process has helped me organize and create a plan to study for these exams. The current condition is the two exams I have on the 3rd and figuring out a way to study for them. I have many options on how to go about studying for the exams. I could alternate studying subjects, study all for one of the tests, and a little for the other, or I could wing it and study for neither of them. My Plan, is to alternating studying subjects and then the nights leading into the tests review the subject as a whole. I have executed this plan so far by starting the process. Although I have not completed the process, I have had this issue a few times before and this plan has been very successful for me although having to exams in one day is quite difficult.
I recommend this way of studying so you do not forget everything that will be on the other exam by studying in wholes. Make sure you retain a good amount of information before moving on to a new subject.
I am glad that you found a problem solving strategy that helped you. It is a good idea to review the day before your exams rather than cramming. Starting to study now will be less stressful for you in the future. I hope your studying goes well and you do well on your two midterms.
ReplyDeleteHey! This is Jinny:)I think you used the cost strategy very wisely. I haven't used the cost strategy yet,but I feel it is also a good strategy to use as yours. Let's keep up!
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