Solving Rubik’s Cube and Ph.D. journey: A multi-faceted endeavor

Paulyn Jayziell Sanchez Buhay *

Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite, Philippines.
Research Article
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2023, 08(01), 043-050.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2023.8.1.0341
Publication history: 
Received on 16 November 2022; revised on 29 December 2022; accepted on 31 December 2022
 
Abstract: 
The purpose of this study was to provide a basic understanding of the Rubik’s Cube and its application to pursuing a Ph.D. degree from the aspects of the process, development, and characteristics, as well as creating a vision for the learning. This study followed a narrative research design that focused on the researcher’s personal experiences as a method of embodiment research of solving the Rubik’s Cube and its application in pursuing a Ph.D. degree. Solving Rubik’s cube and the author’s Ph.D. journey is a multi-faceted endeavor. For procedural in nature: “No one can reach the peak of the ladder without stepping on the first”, is a physiological endeavor. Commitment to success: “Nothing really matters than your will to succeed” is an emotional endeavor. Rewarding Experience: “Rewards may not always be in the form of candy or fancy little things, there are a lot more” is a social endeavor. Acceptance of flaws and limitations: “Acceptance of Flaws and Limitations is a state of the mind. Mind over matter” is a mental endeavor.
 
Keywords: 
Ph.D. Students; Ph.D. Journey; Solving Skills; Solving Abilities; Rubik’s Cube
 
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