Discussion 1 – Explain in 100-150 Words
Why is problem solving considered the highest level of mental activity? What makes an individual skillful at solving problems? Explain your answer.
Discussion 2 – Explain in 100-150 Words
What is the most difficult step in the decision making process? Explain why.
Discussion 3 – Explain in 100-150 Words
Watch the “Make Up Your Mind” video located in this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings.
http://digital.films.com/PortalViewVideo.aspx?xtid=40896
Discuss the video.
Discussion 4 – Explain in 100-150 Words
Watch the “Sheena Iyengar- The Art of Choosing” video located in this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. http://digital.films.com/PortalViewVideo.aspx?xtid=48541
Discuss the video.
Discussion 5 – Explain in 100-150 Words
Reasoning
Reflect on the process associated with reasoning and discuss the following:
Consider the following choice. I will give you a free $5 bill, no strings attached. Optionally, I will allow you to flip a coin: heads you win $10, tails you win nothing. Do you want the $5, or do you want to flip the coin? What does expected value theory tell you that you should do? Does this accurately represent your feeling about the decision?
Discussion 6 – Explain in 100-150 Words
Problem Solving
