Problem solving as a social process: A theoretical and empirical analysis

1992 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 211-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grover Starling
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Social Process

A Problem is Something You Don't Want to Have: Problem Solving by Kindergartners

2005 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 146-154
Author(s):  
Lynne Outhred ◽  
Sarah Sardelich
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Mathematics Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Social Process ◽  
Mathematical Concepts ◽  
Mathematics Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mental Actions

Although Adrian, when asked by his teacher what a problem is, was adamant that problems are to be avoided, educators believe problem solving is central to mathematics teaching and learning (NCTM 2000). Problem solving supports students as they apply their skills and their knowledge of mathematical concepts and processes to a range of different contexts and as they construct knowledge by reflecting on their own physical and mental actions. When children solve problems together, learning is a social process in which they learn not only from the teacher but also by discussing, arguing, and negotiating with their peers.

scholarly journals Examination of motivation in civic organizations

2013 ◽  
pp. 73-79
Author(s):  
Anita Pierog
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Representative Sample ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Internal Motivation ◽  
Civic Organizations

The primary objective of my research is to examine and explore the specialties of the civil organizations composition and operation. In my study I describe the results of my research in Hajdú-Bihar County. The results concern to the features of motivation and incentive in civil organizations. Quantitative data from an empirical analysis is used for the research. My questionnaires were measured on a representative sample. The basis of this sample was the County Court of Justice’s website. Thus, my research on managerial tasks included in Hajdú-Bihar County. During the survey I examined the motivation from different sides. First of all, what was the purpose of establishing civil organizations? I also analysed the managers’ motivation. Why they participate in civic activities? Finally, I examined the perception of managers of incentive forms. The general findings beyond the context of the investigations were carried out on the basis of organizational parameters and characteristics of the interviewees. The results of my research arise from an analysis of data I collected. Civil organizations are established for a well-defined task or as a way of problem-solving. In terms of internal motivation of managers stated that it was mainly an internal urge and desire to help the cause, participate in the activities of civic organizations. In their motivational activities, the psychological incentives were classified as most effective motivators.

scholarly journals Wine as a Cultural Product

2016 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 206-222 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jens Beckert ◽  
Jörg Rössel ◽  
Patrick Schenk
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Theoretical Perspective ◽  
Social Process ◽  
Sensory Characteristics ◽  
Class Hierarchy ◽  
Price Differentiation ◽  
Wine Market

In markets for goods that are valued for their aesthetic qualities, the ascription of value appears to be an uncertain social process. The wine market is an extraordinary example, as most persons are not able to differentiate between wines based on objective sensory characteristics. Therefore, we theorize valuation according to Bourdieu’s field theoretical perspective as a social process in which quality is contested. Our empirical analysis shows, first, that his model has considerable power in explaining price differentiation between wineries and second, that the orientation of consumers toward different segments of the field is based on a homologous class hierarchy.

scholarly journals Dual Hybrid Management of Technology: Co-evolution with Growing Economies

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-26
Author(s):  
Kayano Fukuda ◽  
Weilin Zhao ◽  
Chihiro Watanabe
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Learning Ability ◽  
Evolutionary Trajectory ◽  
Global Sustainability ◽  
Management Of Technology ◽  
Economic Stagnation ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Hybrid Management

Given the increasing significance of the co-evolution between advanced and growing economies for problem-solving innovation that aims at solving global critical issues, this paper attempts an empirical analysis to identify the optimal co-evolutionary trajectory, which could benefit both advanced and growing economies. While Japan has succeeded to develop the hybrid management of technology fusing indigenous strength and learning ability, it has revealed some limitations during the global simultaneous economic stagnation. The analysis suggests that the dual hybrid management of technology coevolving also with growing economies is decisive to the problem-solving innovation of the nation. This benefits nations in growing economies as well. This paper provides new insights into the problem-solving innovation, and also inducing strategy of growing economies for global sustainability.

Size and consistency of problem-solving consultation outcomes: An empirical analysis

2015 ◽  
Vol 53 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-178 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason T. Hurwitz ◽  
Thomas R. Kratochwill ◽  
Ronald C. Serlin
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Empirical Analysis
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