So this week's subject is Problem Solving. Everybody has problems but not everybody knows how to solve them. Well, check this out:
COST. (don't worry, it's not expensive)
What does it mean, you ask?
It's a strategy that focuses on students recognizing their need to change a given situation
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS
C- Change- Point out the problem(s) you want to solve or what you want changed.
- It helps if you try to determine what the source of your problem is.
O- Option- Brainstorm some solutions that could fix/solve the situation you are struggling with.
- Don't set an unreasonable goal. Try listing some things that you'll actually do.
S- Schedule- Set up times to tryout your options.
- Ask yourself how long it would take until you see results and if you need help.
T- Test- Look for results. revise if necessary.
- It is working? Should you be considering an other option?
O- Option- Brainstorm some solutions that could fix/solve the situation you are struggling with.
- Don't set an unreasonable goal. Try listing some things that you'll actually do.
S- Schedule- Set up times to tryout your options.
- Ask yourself how long it would take until you see results and if you need help.
T- Test- Look for results. revise if necessary.
- It is working? Should you be considering an other option?
HOW IT HELPS:
We all know that the first step to solving a problem is admitting you have one. The first step (Change) does exactly that. It helps you physically point out the problems you have by having it it writing. Then the second step (Option) gives you the opportunity to brainstorm solutions. It helps to just pump out ideas that can help you. Thirdly, 'Schedule' helps you execute your options. And lastly, your results are shown to you in the 'Test' step.
See? Simple steps to solve complicated problems.
My Experience:
Guys, this works.
In my Religion 206 class, I was falling behind in my readings! I knew it wasn't the end of the world thanks to the life-saving strategies provided by Dr. Blumin. I knew there was a way to solve my problems. Suddenly, the COST strategy was brought to my attention. That night, I went on to my computer and made a chart for the COST strategy. Seeing my problems in front of me made them more real and therefore made me more concerned with their solutions. So, I came up with some ways to solve my problem of being behind in my readings. I used the Fritter Finder to find some free time that week and use that free time to read. Instead of going back up to my dorm, I went to the library and read. The next day in class, I followed the discussion better than ever because I knew what was going on.
EVERYBODY SHOULD TRY THIS!
We all know that the first step to solving a problem is admitting you have one. The first step (Change) does exactly that. It helps you physically point out the problems you have by having it it writing. Then the second step (Option) gives you the opportunity to brainstorm solutions. It helps to just pump out ideas that can help you. Thirdly, 'Schedule' helps you execute your options. And lastly, your results are shown to you in the 'Test' step.
See? Simple steps to solve complicated problems.
My Experience:
Guys, this works.
In my Religion 206 class, I was falling behind in my readings! I knew it wasn't the end of the world thanks to the life-saving strategies provided by Dr. Blumin. I knew there was a way to solve my problems. Suddenly, the COST strategy was brought to my attention. That night, I went on to my computer and made a chart for the COST strategy. Seeing my problems in front of me made them more real and therefore made me more concerned with their solutions. So, I came up with some ways to solve my problem of being behind in my readings. I used the Fritter Finder to find some free time that week and use that free time to read. Instead of going back up to my dorm, I went to the library and read. The next day in class, I followed the discussion better than ever because I knew what was going on.
EVERYBODY SHOULD TRY THIS!
This is extremely impressive! I love how you used the colors to draw attention. The pictures and charts make it very interesting to read.You explained everything so well. It was clear and easy to read. I think you did a great job.
ReplyDeleteI agree that this is very good! COST was a strategy that reading in the book I did not think would help me out very much but the way you explained it made it more appealing to me.
ReplyDeleteI am happy this strategy worked well for you in your class. Being able to participate for class and being prepared is always way better then being unable to participate. Getting involved in the conversation is always good for your teachers to see too. For me it makes me more confident during class and makes it go by faster, probably the same for you too.
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