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Think Small to Solve Big Problems, with Stephen Dubner

Think Small to Solve Big Problems, with Stephen Dubner

IDEAL method of problem solving: IDEAL (Identify, Define, Explore, Act, Look)

The IDEAL Workplace: Strategies for Improving Learning, Problem Solving, and Creativity.

INTENTIONALLY attempt to IDENTIFY Problems and treat them as opportunities.

DEVELOP an Understanding of Problems and DEFINE Your Goals.

EXPLORE Possible Strategies and EVALUATE How They Fit Your Goals

ANTICIPATE and then ACT

LOOK Back and LEARN

This resource is not OER, it is under copyright, however it is widely used and can be cited as a resource. Commentary and suggestions for how it could be adapted to your work is appropriate.

"Theory of Inventive Problem Solving." (TRIZ)

TRIZ A Powerful Methodology for Creative Problem Solving

Internet Links

Problem Solving and Decision Making (Solving Problems and Making Decisions)

Utilize deliberate thinking strategies to make effective decisions

Models

-The Six Step Problem Solving Model (free-management-ebooks.com)
1 Define the Problem
2 Determine the Root Cause(s)
3 Develop Alternative Solutions
4 Select a Solution
5 Implement the Solution
6 Evaluate the Outcome
Big6 Instructional Materials (thebig6.org)
1. Task Definition
2. Information Seeking Strategies
3. Location and Access
4. Use of Information
5. Synthesis
6. Evaluation
The 5i Approach to Daily Problem Solving (linkedin.com/pulse)
I ntention
I nterest
I Investigate
I ntervene
I mplement

Working backward to solve problems - Maurice Ashley

Working backward to solve problems - Maurice Ashley

Critical & Creative Thinking Resources: Problem Solving