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Homeroom Guidance
Quarter 3 – Module 4:
Share your Skills to Solve Problem
Homeroom Guidance Self-learning Module 4 Grade 11
Quarter 3 Module 4: Share your Skills to Solve Problem
2021 Edition

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Department of Education. Homeroom Guidance Grade 11 Self-learning Module 4:

Share your Skills to Solve Problem. Bulacan: Department of Education—Schools
Division of Bulacan, 2021.

Published by the Department of Education

Secretary: Leonor Magtolis Briones
Undersecretary: Diosdado M. San Antonio
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 Homeroom Guidance Grade 11
Quarter 3 – Module 4:
Share your Skills to Solve Problem

Gabay sa Magulang/Tagapag-alaga

Marami na ang nagbago sa ating pang- araw araw na buhay

dulot ng panahong ito. Sa kabila ng mga pagbabagong ito, ang
Department of Education ay patuloy na naghahatid ng serbisyong
edukasyon sa bawat mag-aaral na nasasakupan ng K to 12 program.

Isa sa mga pinaghandaan ng kagawaran ng Department

of Education ay ang Homeroom Guidance (HG) Self Learning Module.
Ang layunin nito ay upang maibahagi ang mga karagdagang kaalaman
sa ibat – ibang kasanayan sa buhay o tinatawag na life skills na
makakatulong sa mag- aaral na kanyang mapapakinabangan sa
kanyang pag- aaral, pansarili, pakikipag-kapwa tao, at sa magiging
trabaho.

Sa paggamit ng modyul na ito, gabayan ang inyong anak na

unawain ang nilalaman sa bawat pahina, magbigay ng mga halimbawa
kung kailangan at sundin ang bawat panuto na mababasa sa mga
gawain. Subaybayan ang inyong anak kung kailangan upang
maisagawa ng maayos ang pag- aaral at pagsasagot sa mga gawain na
nasa modyul na ito.

Ang inyong pag-gabay sa inyong anak ay isa na sa malaking

bagay upang maiparamdam ang inyong pagkalinga at pagmamahal. Ito
ay makatutulong upang higit na matutunan ang mga life skills o
kasanayan sa buhay na kanilang magagamit sa araw- araw.

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Introductory Message
For the learner:

This module is designed to help you know more about making decisions in life
with the help of the people around you. There are activities that will make change
the way you make decisions. You will write the activities on a piece of paper to be
submitted to your adviser which will be included in your portfolio.
Work on the tasks seriously; seek help if you believe you need to. Remember,
in life there are things that you cannot control. There will be negative events that will
challenge your positive dispositions. However, do not be disheartened; you have the
means on how to overcome it. You have that in you! Embark on this journey of
overcoming your weaknesses and optimizing your strengths in transforming into a
better version of yourself!

This self-learning module has six interactive tasks, which are as follows:

Let’s Try This – which will help you to get ready to learn;

Let’s Explore This – which will guide you towards what you need to learn;

Keep in Mind – which will give you the lessons that you need to learn and
understand;

You Can Do It – which will help you apply the lessons learned in daily
activities;

What I Have learned – which will test and evaluate your learning; and

Share Your Thoughts and Feelings – which will help you express your
thoughts, opinions and feelings.

Make sure to read, think, follow, and enjoy every task that you are asked to
do. Have fun! Stay safe and healthy!

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MODULE
Share your Skills to Solve
4 Problem

Learning Objectives

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. identify personal abilities in solving problems through self-evaluation;
2. choose the skills to develop in solving problems;
3. follow the steps in solving problems; and
4. apply problem solving skills in different situations.

Period: Week 4 of 3rd Quarter

Suggested Total Time Allotment: 60 Minutes

Materials Needed:

Pencil/Ballpen
Bond papers/piece of paper

Introduction

Do you still remember the last time you did something good to someone who needs
help? Unconsciously, you can help others in different ways to solve problems. For example,
you can offer help to your grandmother by sharing your ability on how to operate new
gadgets or new appliances, you can suggest possible solutions to your friend’s personal
problem, you can help your group mates in making a research project, or you may help your
father in fixing the old vehicle, etc.

There are times that you have to work with others to solve a problem because when
people work together; problem-solving can be a lot easier than trying to solve a problem
alone. Sometimes, you must be able to deal with or solve a problem without being dependent
on others. Therefore, determine your own ability in problem-solving and develop your skills
to become a good problem solver. By being able to solve problems effectively, you can help
yourself and others.

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 Let’s Try This

Suggested Time Allotment: 10 minutes

The Problem Solving Style Scale

Answer the following statements based on recent problem you solved. Check the
number of your response on each statement.
4- A lot like me 2- A little like me
3- Somewhat like me 1- Not like me
Set A. When I solved this problem…… 4 3 2 1
I focused on what really happened that cause the problem
I looked for the pros and cons
I viewed the problem realistically
I relied on experience and standard ways to solve it
I gathered as many facts as possible
TOTAL

Set B. When I solved this problem…… 4 3 2 1

I react to my guts feelings
I looked at the big picture, not small details
I did what I felt right
I relied to internal signals about what feels right
I value insights over facts.
TOTAL

Set C. When I solved this problem…… 4 3 2 1

I analyzed facts and put them into order
I wanted to find the correct answer
I paid attention to all details of the problem
I did not get overly emotional
I concentrated on the problem, not the outcome
TOTAL

Set D. When I solved this problem…… 4 3 2 1

I tried to be helpful in the best possible way
I tried to sense how others felt about my solution
I wanted the best solution for everyone involved
I let my emotions be part of the process
I trusted my feelings about the situation
TOTAL

Processing Questions:
1. How did you feel about this activity?

2. By adding the number in your corresponding answer in each set, which of the following
set you have the highest score?

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3. Based on the self-evaluation above, what are the abilities that you need to develop
in solving a problem?

Let’s Explore This

Suggested Time Allotment: 10 Minutes

Solving Puzzle

Many people challenge themselves with puzzles and other mental activities which
they believe are helpful to develop their skills in problem-solving. Now, let us try to solve the
Sudoku problem.

Fill the empty boxes with a single digit 1, 2, 3, or 4. Here are the rules: The number
must have a total of 10 in each row, and column. However, each digit should only appear
once. Time yourself as you solve the puzzle.

3 2
4 1
3 2
4 1

Processing Questions:

1. What comes up to your mind while trying to solve the puzzle?

2. What are the abilities that you practiced while solving the puzzle?
3. What could be the steps that you may apply to solve the puzzle
as quickly as possible?

Keep in Mind

Suggested Time Allotment: 15 Minutes

You are now a teenager and later on, you will
enter the stage of adulthood. As you grow older, you
have to face and deal with problems on your own.
Time will come, you have to help others by sharing
your abilities to solve their problem.

In psychology, a problem is described when

you are required to accomplish a goal or task and the
resolution is not clear. As a consequence, you may
feel it difficult to achieve your goal. Therefore,
problem-solving abilities and determining the ways to
solve problems need to be developed and practiced.

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 Dr. Carl Rogers, a well- known psychologist, he emphasized that understanding of
the concept of self-exploration and problem solving are helpful for overcoming all types of
personal, psychological, and daily living problems (Steven, 2020).

Problem-solving skills are required on how you approach a problem all throughout
your life. Developing problem-solving skills will help you sort out conflicts, become
independent, and achieve challenging tasks in school or even at the workplace and make
good decisions on your own. You will also feel more comfortable, confident about the
situation you have and be able to deal with unexpected circumstances that may happen to
you or your family, friends, and co-workers. If you have the ability to solve problems, it will
also help you in preventing small issues become big problems in your life.

Here are the skills needed to be a good problem solver and how they can be learned
(CareerBuilder, 2017).

SKILLS HOW IT CAN BE LEARNED

Observational Skills -being aware of what is happening to your surroundings.

Lateral thinking -through reasoning and thinking new unexpected ideas.

Analytical abilities -through detecting patterns, making decisions based on many

options available.

Persistence -when you do not refuse to give up finding solutions to a problem

despite obstacles, making plans when things do not work out.

Innovative Thinking -when you use lateral thinking. Implement new ideas and evaluate
the process of innovation.

Teamwork -when working respectfully and doing your share to your group.
Maintain self- control, humility and open communication.

Leadership -by taking initiative and creativity, communicating clearly, being

confident and competent.

Resilience -accept changes in life, look opportunities for self-discovery, focus

connection among people. It is about how to adapt well in the face of
adversity, trauma, tragedy, or source of stress.

Communication -by making sure you are understood, avoid being judgemental and
use clarifying questions.

Critical Thinking -by looking at the problems without being bias and avoid putting
emotions on making judgment. Evaluate you decisions.

Attention to details - by limiting yourself to distractions, be present minded, use clarifying

questions.

Decision Making select the best solution to a problem based on multiple alternative
solutions.

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 Following are the five (5) steps in problem- solving (Stevens, 2020):

1. Explore the problem In this step, you have to gather all internal and external factors
contributing to your problems. Use your skills like observation,
critical thinking, interviewing, references, etc.

2. Explore the Alternative In this step, you have to find the best information that is useful
Routes for possible solutions for your problem. Use your skills in
brainstorming, observation or consult with other people who
conquered similar problems like yours.

3. Choose the best In this step, you have to list all the alternatives of the values or
alternative criteria which will be affected by the decision you will make.
Evaluate each criterion. Then, choose the alternative which you
predict as the best solution to your problem.

4. Make plans and action In this stage, once you have made a choice, you have to
implement your decision. Be aware, every action is an
experiment.

5. Experiment and gather In this stage, you have to evaluate and find the result of what
feedback you have done. Do not be afraid of the negative outcomes for it
can also provide valuable information to re- assess your
problem.

You Can Do It!

Suggested Time Allotment: 5 Minutes

What If Challenge

1. If you were given a chance to develop your problem solving skills, which
areas, would you like to develop? Why?
2. List down on a sheet of paper at least three (3) possible solutions on how you will develop
the problem solving skills you mentioned in question no. 1.

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 What I Have Learned

Suggested Time Allotment: 10 Minutes

Read and answer the given situations below. Your answer should include the skills
in solving problems, the steps you are going to make and possible solutions to solve
the problem.
1. You are in a restaurant and accidentally your younger sister throw a noodle into a lady’s
lap. What will you do?
2. A bully threatened your friend after school. What will you do?
3. Your friend told you that she has lost her cell phone inside the classroom. She is
desperate and thinks that one of her classmates took her cell phone. How can you help
her?

Share Your Thoughts and Feelings

Suggested Time Allotment: 10 Minutes

Congratulations! You are now in this phase. Now, think of a previous problem or
experience that you have encountered recently. Write the skills you practiced to solve the
problem, the cause of your problem, the plans you taught of, the possible solutions you
considered, the best solution you take, and the outcomes after the decision was made.

Problem: Possible Solutions:

Skills: Best solution:

Cause: Outcomes:

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References

Leuternberg, Ester, Liptak, John.2013.Teen Practical Life Skills Workbook. Whole

Person.Duluth. https://wholeperson.com/pdf/PracticalLifeSkillsWorkbook.pdf

Stevens, Tom.2020. Make Better Decisions Using the Systematic Problem –Solving
Method. Accessed March 18, 2021. https://web.csulb.edu/~tstevens/wsps.htm

CareerBuilder.2017. “What are problem-solving skills and why are they important?”.
Accessed March 20, 2021. https://www.careerbuilder.com/advice/what-are
problemsolving-skills-and-why-are-they-important.

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For inquiries or feedback, please write:

Department of Education, Schools Division of Bulacan

Curriculum Implementation Division (CID)
Learning Resource Management and Development System (LRMDS)
Capitol Compound, Guinhawa St., City of Malolos, Bulacan
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