Beyond Psychometrics: The Difference between Difficult Problem Solving and Complex Problem Solving

In this paper we argue that a synthesis of findings across the various sub-areas of research in complex problem solving and consequently progress in theory building is hampered by an insufficient differentiation of complexity and difficulty. In the proposed framework of person, task, and situation (...

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Main Authors: Jens F. Beckmann, Damian P. Birney, Natassia Goode
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2017-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01739/full