1. Carefully studies problem description. Every word may provide a hint or an illusion.
2. Doesn't stop searching for ideas after first suitable one is found.
3. Uses every mistake as a step in advancing self.
4. Wrong idea -- think harder. Can't solve a problem -- it's a challenge.
5. Critiques own ideas and looks for better ones.
6. Understands that the knowledge in his head is more helpful than on the Internet.
Weak Problem Solver:
1. Rashes into "a battle" without understanding the situation.
2. First and foremost he wants to impress with some kind of idea.
3. Stops searching for ideas as soon as he finds a first acceptable one.
4. Is very distressed if his idea is found to be wrong. His mood is spoiled and his energy is sapped.
5. Any of his ideas appears to be the best possible.
6. Expects help from the Internet.
SOURCE: Education for a New Era: Think. Learn. Succeed.
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