Problem Solving Outline

1. Define the task
   What am I supposed to do?

   • What is the problem?

   • What do I already know?

   • What information is missing

    

2. Make a Plan
   How do I get the job done?
   

   • Think of strategies that might help you solve the problem.
     Example:
     make a list
     act it out
     brainstorm
     draw a diagram

   • Organize your information

   • Choose a strategy

3. Gather Resources
   Where can I get help?

   • What resources can I use?

   • Where can I find these resources?

    

4. Solve the Problem
   How can I solve the problem?

   • Organize your thoughts.

   • Use the chosen strategy.

    

5. Evaluate the task
   How well did I do?

   • Does my solution solve the problem?

   • Does it make sense?

   • Did I modify my plan?

   • What have I learned?

   • How can this help me solve problems in the future?