LDR-203S: Collaborative Problem
Solving Exam Questions Solved
Correctly.
Metacognition - Answer "Thinking about thinking" or the ability to evaluate a cognitive task to
determine how best to accomplish it, and then to monitor and adjust one's performance on that task
metacognition examples - Answer -summon your prior knowledge
-think aloud
-ask yourself questions "what is confusing about this topi"
-use writing
-organize your thoughts
-take notes from memory as you're reading (engages recall)
-review your exams and analyze why you missed something
-take a timeout
-test yourself
-
Systems of thinking - Answer S1 - reactive thinking
S2- reflective thinking
System 1 thinking (S1) - Answer System 1 thinking is a vital decision-making tool that operates in the
background of your mind. It aids you in supporting daily activities and making quick decisions. This type
of thinking relies heavily on situational cues, prominent memories, trial and error, and heuristic thinking
(e.g., discovering solutions for self) to arrive quickly and confidently at judgments.
System 2 thinking (S2) - Answer System 2 thinking, or reflective thinking, is broad and informed
problem-solving and deliberate decision making. It is useful for judgments in unfamiliar situations, for
processing abstract concepts, and for deliberating when there is time for planning and more
comprehensive consideration. Argument making is often part of the deliberation process when making
System 2 thinking decisions
,analytical thinking - Answer When you think analytically, you are examining and thinking
comprehensively about the different parts or details of something, in order to understand or explain it.
However, you must realize that analytical thought is not simply left brain, logical activity. It's a whole-
brain, purposeful, and necessary approach for developing ideas. For instance, when analyzing a concept,
object, or problem, you may be required to consider the following:
analytical thinking2 - Answer Cause and Effect
Complexity
Similarities and Differences
Possible Solutions and Alternatives
Associations and Disconnections
Steps within a Process
Relationships Between All Parts
Trends
Sequence of Events
Examples
5 W's:
Who, What, When, Where, Why
Analytical thinking is time consuming and requires attention to detail. During times of quick reaction or
with time sensitive issues, it is not recommended to use analytical thinking to solve a problem. As an
NCO and leader, it is essential to know when to consider taking your time to solve the problem or when
to make the call when an issue is time sensitive.
adaptive thinking - Answer Adaptive thinking refers to the cognitive behavior one demonstrates when
confronted by unanticipated circumstances during the execution of a planned activity (e.g. military
operations, emergencies). Developing adaptive thinking does not occur in controlled, predictable, or
calm reflective environments. Rather, it occurs in complex, challenging, and often stressful situations and
requires deliberate practice and repetition. Deliberate practice differs from simply exercising a skill or
ability since it involves the following:
, Repetition
focused feedback
immediacy
focus on weaknesses
Repetition - Answer Task performance occurs repetitively rather than at its naturally occurring
frequency. A goal of deliberate practice is to develop habits that operate expertly and automatically. If
appropriate situations occur relatively infrequently or are widely spaced apart while performing "as you
fight" they will not become readily habitual.
focused feedback - Answer Task performance is evaluated by the coach or learner during performance.
There is a focus on the critical parts of how one does the task and constructive criticism is provided at
regular intervals.
immediacy - Answer After feedback is provided on task performance, there is an immediate repetition
so the task can be performed more in accordance with expert norms.
focus on weaknesses - Answer Deliberate practice can be tailored to the individual and focused on
areas of weakness. During "train as you fight" performances the individual will avoid situations in which
he knows he is weak, and rightly so as there is a desire to do one's best.
efficiency innovation - Answer This type of innovation focuses on identifying new ideas for improving
what already exists. This approach requires minimal investment since the team is building on the past
and only looking for small changes to what is currently being done. These innovations are lower-impact
improvements or adaptations of an organization's existing products, services, programs, or processes.
The strategy for Efficiency Innovation is usually to cut costs, reduce cycle time, improve quality, offset a
competitor's move, or attract new customers. Typically, only small gains are realized.
evolutionary innovation - Answer This type of innovation focuses on identifying ideas that represent
something "distinctly new and improved." An example of an Evolutionary Innovation is the introduction
of automatic banking machines that transformed the way banks viewed their staffing needs and shifted
banking from set hours to banking at any hour.
Evolutionary Innovation requires the team to look more broadly than cost-savings initiatives and see the
"bigger picture" of what is really needed in the organization. Instead of duplicating what already exists,
the team must look for new ways to bring value to the organization and its customers through new and
