Integrated Problem Solving Project

BIM 2"The solving a problem

lies in finding the solvers." – Van Herpen's

Law

Terms to KnowWord

processingSpreadsheetDatabasePresentationCommunicatio

nInterpersonal

skillsBusiness letterMemorandumSeminar

IdeasObjectivesStrategiesBrainstormingSituationProblemNeedsProblem

solvingPrioritize

Techniques to Development Solutions

SituationsProblems

NeedsObjectivesStrategies

Ideas Ideas IdeasIdeasIdeasIdeas

Brainstorming Process

Define and agree on the objective. Brainstorm ideas and suggestions

having agreed a time limit. Categorize/condense/combine/refine. Assess/analyze effects or results. Prioritize options/rank list as

appropriate. Agree action and timescale. Control and monitor follow-up.

Create the BusinessCreate and name a

businessAssign roles for

each group member◦ Account Manager◦ Office Manager◦ Human Resources

Manager◦ Advertising Manager

All students will be researchers and presenters

ProblemCreate a dress code Create an ID BadgeCreate a logoCreate a budget in

Excel for making ID badges for 150 employees.

A business letter to inform the employees of the new dress code

ProblemSecure a meeting place

for a company seminar create a budget of costs in Excel

Report the arrangements for the seminar in a memorandum to all employees

Create a spreadsheet /database of employee contact info and yearly salary

Create a spreadsheet (bi-weekly payroll register)

Create a PowerPoint slideshow show ideas and products such as logo, ID badge, financial data and information regarding the seminar.

Presentation of ProjectEach student will present orallyDocuments will be presented in a

folderIf a group member is absent,

they need to make up work missed

EvaluationParticipation rubricProduct evaluationOral presentation rubricSelf reflectionPeer assessment