Urban Problem Solving Project Guide

Project Overview

This project will guide students through the process of identifying a local urban issue, researching its impact, and developing a feasible solution. It will encourage collaboration, research skills, and creative thinking.

Objectives

• Identify and understand urban challenges in the local community.
• Develop research skills by gathering and analyzing data related to the chosen issue.
• Foster creative thinking and problem-solving skills by brainstorming potential solutions.
• Encourage civic responsibility and community involvement.

Project Steps

Step 1: Identify an Urban Issue

• Research: Investigate common urban issues such as traffic congestion, pollution, lack of green spaces, or inadequate public transportation.
• Select: Choose one issue that resonates with your group or class.

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Step 2: Research the Issue

• Data Collection: Gather information from various sources such as news articles, interviews with community members, and local government reports.
• Impact Analysis: Understand how this issue affects the community and identify the stakeholders involved.

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Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions

• Ideation Session: Conduct a brainstorming session to generate potential solutions.
• Feasibility Study: Evaluate the feasibility of each solution considering resources, time, and community impact.

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Step 4: Develop a Proposal

• Draft: Create a detailed proposal outlining the chosen solution, implementation plan, and expected outcomes.
• Feedback: Present your proposal to peers or community members for feedback.

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Step 5: Present Your Solution

• Presentation: Prepare a presentation to share your findings and proposed solution with the class or community.
• Reflection: Reflect on the project process and the potential impact of your solution.

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Assessment Criteria

• Research Depth: Quality and depth of research conducted.
• Creativity: Originality and creativity of the proposed solution.
• Feasibility: Practicality and feasibility of the solution.
• Presentation: Clarity and effectiveness of the presentation.
• Reflection: Insightfulness of the reflection on the project process.

By completing this project, students will gain valuable skills in research, collaboration, and problem-solving, while also contributing positively to their community.