Solving Problems

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6 step problem solving strategy! – This activity is very useful for getting students to identify the causes and effects of workplace problems and to work as a team to come up with a solution to solve the problem. It is based on a problem solving strategy that is used by many major companies around the world. The activity is broken up into three tasks and each task involves two steps in the strategy.

Solving Problems- 6 step problem solving strategy!

3 Sections:

Clearly identify the problem and analyze its causes.

Step 1. Recognize and define the problem.

Step 2. Analyze the problem and its causes.

Discuss possible solutions, their strengths and weaknesses.

Step 3. Brainstorm creative solutions.

Step 4. Consider the pros and cons of each solution

Choose the most suitable solution and describe why it can work.

Step 5. Choose the best solution.

Step 6. Implement the solution and evaluate the decision.

Process:

Step 1. Recognize and define the problem!

Is it a person or people creating the problem: who is involved?

Is it an obstacle creating the problem: what is the problem?

Is the issue a goal you are trying to accomplish: what are you trying to achieve? 

Step 2. Analyze the problem and its causes!

Gather all the facts about the who, what, where, when, how and why of the problem.  

Step 3. Brainstorm creative solutions!

Brainstorm possible solutions to the problem

Collect as many ideas as possible

Step 4. Consider the pros and cons of each solution

What are the advantages and disadvantages?

Who/what will these decisions affect?

Are these options practical?

Step 5. Choose the best solution!

   Which solution will best solve the problem?

   Is it the best solution in the long run?

   Is there any risk involved?

   Can it be realistically implemented?

Step 6. Implement the solution and evaluate the decision!

How can we implement this solution?

What are the long-term effects?