Thursday, January 13, 2011

Photo Journalism: The Problem Solving process consists of a sequence of sections that fit together depending on the type of problem to be solved. These are:

• Problem Definition.
• Problem Analysis.
• Generating possible Solutions.
• Analyzing the Solutions.
• Selecting the best Solution(s).
• Planning the next course of action (Next Steps)
  
  Define and Identify the Problem 
  This first step is critical.  It is essential for each group member to clearly understand the problem so that all energy will be focused in the same direction.  A good way to define the problem is to write down a concise statement which summarizes the problem, and then write down where you want to be after the problem has been resolved.  The objective is to get as much information about the problem as possible.  It may be helpful to divide the symptoms of the problem into  hard  and soft  data.
  
  Six Steps to Decision Making
  - Be Alert
  - Gather Information and Do Not Jump to Conclusions
  - State The Case Briefly
  - What Decisions Have to Be Made?
  - By Whom?