DEVELOPING PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS IN STUDENTS

Abstract

The development of problem-solving skills in students is an essential element in the current educational context, as such skills directly influence academic performance and the formation of critical and autonomous citizens. The choice of this theme is justified by the need to train individuals capable of dealing with complex and challenging situations, and the objective of this study is to analyze how pedagogical methodologies can foster these skills. The research used a bibliographic approach to theoretically substantiate educational practices and a quantitative approach to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies such as project-based learning. The main results pointed out that active methodologies not only increase collaboration among students, but also promote the practice of identifying problems, generating solutions and making decisions. The conclusions reveal that the promotion of problem solving requires a continuous commitment to a curriculum that dialogues with the reality of students, empowering them as active solvers in their personal and professional lives. In short, the construction of these skills involves innovative and adaptive practices that go beyond the classroom, implying a critical reflection on the teaching and learning processes. Therefore, investing in the development of problem-solving skills is essential for academic success and for the integral formation of students in the face of a world in constant transformation.