Problem Solving Design Process

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Problem Solving / Design Process
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• Problem Solving
• The act of finding or developing a solution to a
  problem. (Wright,2004, pp.81)

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Problem Solving Process

• Identifying the problem
• Developing the solution
• Evaluating the solution
• Communicating the solution

(Wright, 2004, pp. 182)
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• Problem Solving Process

(Wright, 2004, pp. 83)
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Identifying the Problem

• Define the problem
• Gather information about the problem

Problem
(Wright, 2004, pp. 182)
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Developing a Solution

• Develop a variety of possible solutions.
• Isolate, modify, and detail possible solutions.

(Wright, 2004, pp. 182)
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Evaluating the Possible Solution

• Model the best solution.
• Decide on the best solution.

(Wright, 2004, pp. 182)
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Communicating the Solution

• Interpret solution
• Present the solution for approval

(Wright, 2004, pp. 183)
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• Solution

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• Review the Process

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PROBLEM
Homer is in protective custody of the F.B.I, and
they are trying to give him an alias. The only
problem Homer doesnt understand what the F.B.I.
agents are trying to teach him. What could the
F.B.I agents do differently to help Homer
understand?
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