Accelerating complex problem solving expertise: A self-regulated learning approach

Abstract

Complex problem solving (CPS) is a key competency in a strongly interconnected and fast moving world. Problem solvers need to deal with dynamic systems and novel situations, where experience alone is often not enough. However, trainings so far were primarily focusing on practicing CPS with limited results. I introduce the concept of SRL to explain how individuals learn during CPS. Additionally, SRL offers motivational and metacognitive strategies that could support the CPS process to develop problem solvers’ competencies, and ultimately accelerate their expertise.