6. a. Ideal Problem Solving Framework

Question 1

What is the problem solving framework made up of?

Answer 1

IDEAL

1. Identify problem and opportunities
2. Define goals
3. Explore all possible strategies
4. Anticipate outcomes and Act
5. Look back and learn

Question 2

Define what an ill-structured and well-structured problem is?

Answer 2

ill structured problems have no clear paths to their solutions and require creative thinking.
well structured problems have a clear path to the solution and don’t rely too much on creative thinking to find the solution.

Question 3

What are Heuristics and when do we use them?

Answer 3

They are informal and intuitive strategies for solving problems. Usually utilised when solving a well structured problem.