Integrated Problem Solving Project BIM 2 "The solving a problem lies in finding the solvers." – Van Herpen's Law

Terms to Know Word processing Spreadsheet Database Presentation Communication Interpersonal skills Business letter Memorandum Seminar Ideas Objectives Strategies Brainstorming Situation Problem Needs Problem solving Prioritize

Techniques to Development Solutions SituationsProblemsNeedsObjectivesStrategies Ideas

Brainstorming Process Define and agree on the objective. Brainstorm ideas and suggestions having agreed a time limit. Categorize/condense/combine/refine. Assess/analyze effects or results. Prioritize options/rank list as appropriate. Agree action and timescale. Control and monitor follow-up.

Create the Business Create and name a business Assign roles for each group member ◦ Account Manager ◦ Office Manager ◦ Human Resources Manager ◦ Advertising Manager All students will be researchers and presenters

Problem Create a dress code Create an ID Badge Create a logo Create a budget in Excel for making ID badges for 150 employees. A business letter to inform the employees of the new dress code

Problem Secure a meeting place for a company seminar create a budget of costs in Excel Report the arrangements for the seminar in a memorandum to all employees Create a spreadsheet /database of employee contact info and yearly salary Create a spreadsheet (bi-weekly payroll register) Create a PowerPoint slideshow show ideas and products such as logo, ID badge, financial data and information regarding the seminar.

Presentation of Project Each student will present orally Documents will be presented in a folder If a group member is absent, they need to make up work missed

Evaluation Participation rubric Product evaluation Oral presentation rubric Self reflection Peer assessment