Problem Solving Lesson 6

This is the sixth and final lesson within the problem-solving module. Throughout the module, students have developed an understanding of what problem solving is and how, as computer scientists, we can become effective problem solvers. Learners have developed a knowledge bank of key terms and have focused on some key aspects of the foundations of problem solving. Not only will this module prepare students for IT modules such as programming projects, but it will also aid students in developing as self-regulative learners within their future academic studies. This lesson will complete the series of six lessons, and will briefly focus on chunking, knowledge, and complex problems such as Einstein’s Riddle. Learners will learn about what knowledge is, how knowledge is useful, and what chunking is. Following this, I will model and demonstrate how we can use logic and the skills which we have learnt over the last six lessons to solve complex problems such as Einstein’s Riddle. After this, learners will have the opportunity to choose and complete one of three problems similar to Einstein’s Riddle. The riddles have been split into three relating to learning pathways (core, proficient, exceptional). Learners will choose one to suit their ability level.