{"product_id":"the-complete-problem-solver-9780805803099","title":"The Complete Problem Solver","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis unique volume returns in its second edition, revised and updated with the latest advances in problem solving research. It is designed to provide readers with skills that will make them better problem solvers and to give up-to-date information about the psychology of problem solving. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProfessor Hayes provides students and professionals with practical, tested methods of defining, representing, and solving problems. Each discussion of the important aspects of human problem solving is supported by the most current research on the psychology problem solving. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete Problem Solver, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e features:\u003cbr\u003e*Valuable learning strategies;\u003cbr\u003e*Decision making methods;\u003cbr\u003e*Discussions of the nature of creativity and invention, and\u003cbr\u003e*A new chapter on writing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete Problem Solver\u003c\/i\u003e utilizes numerous examples, diagrams, illustrations, and charts to help any reader become better at problem solving. See the order form for the answer to the\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"...Hayes' style is engaging; he can write not to impress but to teach. Difficult concepts are explained well and concrete examples abound.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCHOICE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"...I found much to recommended in the book. The writing is clear and to the point, with a pleasant humor. The examples are generally excellent....Hayes's involvement in much problem solving and creativity research makes these chapters particularly interesting.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eContemporary Psychology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Both educational and entertaining; this book is a worthwhile acquisition for any library.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"...everything you've ever wanted to know about the subject.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Learning Bulletin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Dick Hayes has been a pioneer in showing how to use the new insights of cognitive psychology to teach the skills of problem solving. His book, \u003cb\u003eThe Complete Problem Solver,\u003c\/b\u003e is an exceptionally effective guide for anyone wishing to improve his or her problem solving abilities on the basis of sound and proven psychological principles. The reader gets the additional bonus that the book is not only instructive; it is interesting.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eHerbert A. Simon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eCarnegie-Mellon University\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents. Part I: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eProblem Solving Theory and Practice.\u003c\/i\u003eUnderstanding Problems: The Process of Representation. Writing and Problem Solving. \u003cb\u003ePart II: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eMemory and Knowledge Acquisition.\u003c\/i\u003eThe Structure of Human Memory. Using Memory Effectively. Learning Strategies. \u003cb\u003ePart III: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eDecision Making.\u003c\/i\u003eGetting The Fact Straight: Making Decisions in a Complex World. The Luck of the Draw: Dealing with Chance in Decision Making. Cost-Benefit Analysis. \u003cb\u003ePart IV: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eCreativity and Invention.\u003c\/i\u003eCognitive Processes in Creative Acts. How Social Conditions Affect Creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52195221930327,"sku":"9780805803099","price":53.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780805803099.jpg?v=1763646797","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-complete-problem-solver-9780805803099","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}