Problem solving

Consider any current problems or conflict you are facing (employment issue, living situation, relational issue). Select an issue that would lend itself to examination using the problem-solving agenda. Then apply the first three steps of the agenda: analyze the problem, brainstorm (by yourself or with others) solutions, and evaluate solution options. Be sure to follow all the elements presented in the text for each of these steps. Even if the issue is outside a group setting, learning to effectively complete these steps can translate into their use in a small group situation. There is no specific audience for the slides. They are a way to organize and then present your thinking as you practice elements of the problem-solving agenda. This will increase your ability to apply these elements in the future in a group setting. Create a slide deck to present your process and results (5-6 slides). Suggested content: Briefly describe of the issue Introduce any others who are involved Analyze the problem Brainstorm solutions Evaluate solution options Indicate value of the process How did being systematic affect the outcome? Did you discover an operable solution? Would you do anything differently? Rubric Slide Presentation Rubric Slide Presentation Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Assignment Guidelines 20 pts Accomplished Follows all of the assignment guidelines, with no gaps 17 pts Proficient Follows most of the assignment guidelines, with minor gaps. 15 pts Benchmark Follows some of the assignment guidelines, with significant gaps. 10 pts Working Toward Benchmark Does not follow assignment guidelines. 20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Content 60 pts Accomplished The ideas contained in the slide deck are clear, based in solid logic, and concise at all times. The slides provide multiple examples and details that clearly support the ideas presented. Analysis makes skillful connections with course concepts. 51 pts Proficient The ideas contained in the slide deck are usually clear, based in logic, and concise. The slides provide sufficient examples and details that clearly support the ideas presented. Analysis makes proficient connections with course concepts. 45 pts Benchmark The ideas contained in the slide deck are general, lack solid logic and/ or wordy. The slides provide few examples and details to support the ideas presented. Analysis makes limited or ordinary connections with course concepts. 30 pts Working Toward Benchmark The content of the assignment is unclear making it difficult to read. 60 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Style, Grammar, and Word Usage 20 pts Accomplished The slides engage the reader. Word usage displays an excellent grasp of the vocabulary related to the subject. No spelling or grammatical errors 17 pts Proficient The slides engage the reader. Word usage displays a good grasp of the vocabulary related to the subject. Few spelling or grammatical errors. 15 pts Benchmark The slides fail to engage the reader. Demonstrates a poor grasp of the vocabulary related to the subject. Several spelling or grammatical errors. 12 pts Working Toward Benchmark The slides do not engage the reader and it is difficult to read. There are many spelling and grammatical errors. 20 pts Total Points: 100