Problem-Solving Strategy

In this assignment, you will prepare a paper that includes an introduction and summary of the best practices in problem solving, and the skills and strategies that expert problem solvers use.

Then, you will present one theoretical problem related to a diverse group within your community. (For example, present a community or, civic problem, or problems related to the delivery of health care or educational services; avoid discussing personal interpersonal problems). Follow the best practices in problem solving you discussed in your paper to reach a solution to the problem you identified. Use at least one graph (such as mind mapping, brainstorming, decision tree, flow chart) to illustrate your problem solving process.

Finally evaluate how well these behavioral guidelines for changing problem solving behavior were or were not effective. What other perspectives or tools might be needed to appropriately solve the type of problem you raised?

Support your paper with at least three scholarly references from peer-reviewed journals published in the past five years. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included.

Length: 4-6 pages

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.