A3 Problem Solving in Social Studies Learning about problem, Identify Gathering Info. make decision take action

Problem Solving Steps

1 Identify a problem 2 Gather information or do research 3 consider options includes: 4 weigh Pros.advantages and Cons disadvantages 5 Implement the solution (apply solution or do it 6 Evaluate the solution see if its working judge it did it work

ased on your decision, answer these three questions: Who is responsible for the changes? What resources or materials are needed? When will the change occur? Write your answer in paragraph form, and include details to support your ideas.

As city planner, I will be responsible for carrying out the plans. We will need to hire a construction company and road crews to build the roundabout. We will also need to purchase materials and equipment for digging up and repaving the road. The change will occur at the start of the year.

5. Implement the solution 6. Evaluate solution

Put the plan into action what is the solution who is responsible for the changes what resources/materials are needed when will the change occur

If I was dealing with the problem with accidents at intersections I would first add a caution light before coming to the stop sign at an intersection, especially where there are a high rate of accidents. Then, I would add a round about this would slow cars down from speeding through. A car would deinitely have to slow down when entering. If the problem is severe you could even add speed bumps.

Replace the stop signs at intersections with traffic signals. 2. Replace the stop signs at intersections with roundabouts. Which ideas did you include in your response? Check any that apply. I suggested replacing stop signs with signals. I suggested replacing stop signs with roundabouts. I gave other options.

Remember, you have two options for dealing with the accidents at Walnut and Birch Streets: replacing the stop signs with signals, or replacing them with roundabouts. Which option makes the most sense for your city? Why? Provide details including positives and negatives associated with your choice.

Replacing the stop signs at Walnut and Birch Streets with roundabouts is the best choice. Roundabouts cost less than traffic signals and cost less money to keep up. Intersections with roundabouts have fewer accidents than those with signals or stop signs.

According to the information presented here, which intersection has the highest number of accidents per year? Fir Ln. and Rural Rd. Union St. and Maple St. First St. and Third Ave. Walnut St. and Birch St. Progress St. and Fruit St.

Walnut St. and Birch St.

3. Consider your options three actions you need to take

You need to consider these all of these happening at the same time: examine the information pose questions based on that information brainstorm possible solutions

Option B adding a second hot lunch advantages

adding a hot lunch advantages option for students who are on restricted diets option for all students who do not want the first hot lunch option allows preparation cost to be split between both hot lunches you have equipment and staff making first hot lunch the second lunch wouldn't cost as much same equipment

Option B adding a second hot lunch disadvantages

adding a hot lunch disadvantages would not be as helpful to students with special diets. students will allergies might not be able to eat food because of equipment. if you use same equipment. would prevent students from getting the meals they want if their choices are no longer available if food runs out.

In 2007, 2.5 million intersection crashes occurred in the United States. In urban areas, nearly 50 percent of all crashes occur at intersections. Seventy-eight percent of people surveyed believe more attention should be paid to making dangerous intersections safer. Sixty-three percent of Americans see someone running a red light once a day. Fewer accidents occur at intersections with signals than with stop signs. Fewer crashes occur at intersections with roundabouts than at intersections with signals or stop signs. According to the data, at which type of intersections do fewer accidents occur? at those with stop signs at those with traffic signals at those with roundabouts at those with turn lanes

at those with roundabouts

Make a decision third and forth steps (consider options, weighing advantage and disadvantages

consider your options list pros and cons

Gather Information How many students are restricted diets are other students interested in alternative meals There is not enough options for food for students

how many students on restricted diets aler5native means how many students allergies and restricted 33 out of 300 total students 10% 147 alternative options 50% 1/2 students

Take action 5th and 6th steps Implement the solution Evaluate the solution

implement a solution evaluate your solution

3. a busy intersection that does not have crosswalks that make noise when it is safe to cross ______________

people that are blind

For each of the following, select who would most likely consider the statement a problem. 1. an amusement park ride that requires riders to be at least 42 inches tall __________________ 2. a new city ordinance that bans pit bulls ____________ 3. a busy intersection that does not have crosswalks that make noise when it is safe to cross ______________

people under 42 inches tall pit bull owners people that are blind

Think a bout what other options could be offered: adding second hot meal $3 per meal salad par 15 cent peal or 45 dollars a day

second hot lunch options: restrictios beside first option avaialbel vegatarians, vegans, allergies Salad bar alternative

1 Identify a problem

A problem: is something that causes trouble is something to be solved can be personal or emotional

4. Weigh the Options CONSSSSSSSSS thinking about advantages or disadvantages pros and cons

Disadvantages option a adding a salad bar causing more food wastes things that dont' get eating has to be thrown away even if not touched adding more cost fridge bar staff supervision more costs

6. Evaluate the solution is it working? Reflecting

Evaluating the solution means reflecting on how the solution is working out: ask questions: DID IT WORK was this solution effective Did it fix the problem

Which questions should you ask after implementing your solution to determine whether you made the right choice? Write two questions you should ask while reflecting on your solution.

Evaulate Solution

Consider options possible solutions to this problem which possible solutions are most reasonable to implement?cost avaliablity staffing etc.

Examine information 60%, students looking for alternative meals Pose questions based on that information Brainstorm possible solutions: adding a salad bar adding a second hot meal

4. Weigh the Options PROOOOOOOOS thinking about advantages or disadvantages pros and cons

Pros option a adding a salad bar advantages: option for students who are on restricted diets options for all students who do not want the hot lunch option allows all students to add fruits and vegetables to their diets

Implement solution what and when what resources or materials are needed:

WHAT: resources: money staff to monitor the salad bar new equipment such as a fridge and bar

Implement solution what and when

WHEN: when will the change occur Date or time frame

2. Gather Information

Solving a problem requires information: Gathering information helps someone: understand the problem identify the cause of the problme consider options to solve the problem

5 Implement the Solution salad bar option if we went with

being with what is the solution: to add a salad bar who is responsible for the changes: Head of dining principal

Your school does not have a ramp at the front entrance. Anyone wishing to enter the school needs to the use the stairs. This is a problem for people who are in wheelchairs, use braces or crutches to walk, or have challenges walking up stairs in general. What information would be important to know before making a decision about the solution? Check any that apply. cost of building a ramp number of students and faculty using wheelchairs, braces, or crutches number of other entrances, if any, that have ramps total number of students in the school state or federal laws about ramp-accessible entrances for schools

cost of building a ramp number of students and faculty using wheelchairs, braces, or crutches state or federal laws about ramp-accessible entrances for schools

School Lunch menu fish and chips meat tacos spaghetti and meatballs chicken rice broccoli Pizza desert: peanut butter squares Full of mean nuts dessert or wheat for restrictict diet or allergies no fruits and need more vegetables

could cause a problem with students with: students who are vegetarians a student with nut allergies students with wheat allergies Problem statement: The current school lunch menu does not offer options for students on restricted diets

1. Students on restricted diets can order special meals every month. 2. Students on restricted diets can bring their lunches from home.

different options you could do

Learn about problem (first two steps)

identify a problem gather information

According to the information presented here, what can you conclude about automobile accidents in your city? most accidents occur at intersections most accidents occur on highways most accidents occur on rural roads most accidents occur on urban roads

most accidents occur at intersections

Signals would cost more than stop signs ____________. 2. According to data, there are fewer accidents at intersections with signals compared to those with stop signs _________.

negative positive

Roundabouts would cost less to install or maintain than signals ____________. 2. Citizens would be happy with safer intersections ______________. 3. Fewer accidents would occur at intersections with roundabouts than those with traffic signals or stop signs _________________.

positive positive positive