Problem Solving and Decisions

During class last week we listened to Jasmine lecture about problem solving, and we did an activity to prioritize a list of items based on a given scenario. We should when we encounter such a problem do the following:

Identify the problem

Analyze the problem

Generate solutions

Select the best solution

Test and implement solutions

When the activity actually took place, we certainly identified the problem and analyzed it to some extent. We generated individual solutions, and then cam together to generate a final solution. As a group we saw each others' perspectives on the scenario and were able to see and understand other solutions to the problem. As an individual it was more difficult to generate solutions because of time and a single mind analyzing the problem. Once we discussed the solutions as a group, we were able to select the best solution. Our score reflected our ability to generate several solutions and selecting the best one. Our group score was much better than most of the individuals, which shows the importance of following the problem solving methods and working in a group.
-Marcus