coached problem-solving

noun

UK /kəʊtʃt ˈprɒbləm ˌsɒlvɪŋ/

US /koʊtʃt ˈprɑːbləm ˌsɑːlvɪŋ/

A way of solving problems where a helper guides you step by step.

The teacher used coached problem-solving to help the students figure out the math puzzle.

SYNONYMS

guided problem-solving facilitated problem-solving supported problem-solving mentored problem-solving

RELATED WORDS

coaching scaffolding tutoring problem-solving

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching method where a coach asks questions instead of giving answers.

Through coached problem-solving, the coach asked questions that led the team to its own solution.

3. A workplace approach where a manager helps employees work through challenges.

The new manager introduced coached problem-solving to help staff handle customer complaints.

4. A structured way to practice solving problems with feedback from an expert.

The training session focused on coached problem-solving so new hires could learn from mistakes safely.