What grading system should be used to evaluate the group

projects?

Problem-Solving in Groups

1st Define the Issue or Problem

• Identify problem and specify symptoms of problem

• Gather info on size and scope of the problem

• Research the seriousness, urgency,implications of the

problem.

• Look for causes and underlying conditions of the

problem

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Problem-Solving in Groups

2nd Consider Goals and Constraints

• Identify criteria for successful achievement of goals

• Rank-order the criteria in importance

• Which criteria MUST BE MET vs less important.

• Refine goals, based on criteria, to be satisfactory

Group Project Criteria

• Peer Evaluation (20%)

• Identification of Problem (20%)

• Documentation of steps to solve (20%)

• How well did group meet established timetable / accomplish tasks (20%)

• Presentation of Project (20%)

Problem-Solving in Groups

3rd Brainstorm Solutions• The more ideas the better-QUANTITY!

• All ideas are Welcome!

• No criticism–All ideas are AWESOME BABY!

• Use someone else’s ideas as a springboard for additional ideas or thoughts!

Problem-Solving in Groups

4th Evaluate Possible Solutions• Assign and “A” to the best one-third of ideas

• Assign a “C” to the least usable one-third

• Middle one-third automatically receives a B

• Go back to B’s and separate into A’s or C’s.

• Prioritize A’s in terms of importance/urgency

Problem-Solving in Groups

5th reach a Consensus• Does everyone agree this is the best solution?

• What concerns / issues does anyone is group have.?

• Can everyone “LIVE” with this solution?

Problem-Solving in Groups

6th Plan Implementation of Solution

• Develop a procedure for implementing solution with a timetable

• Is it achievable? Implementable? Too expensive? Too Long?

• Does Solution accomplish goals.

• Implement ongoing evaluation plan that occurs at regular intervals

Problem-Solving in Groups

1st - Define the issue or problem

2nd - Consider the goals to be achieved and constraints on the goals

3rd - Generate possible solutions (Brainstorming)

4th - Evaluate possible solutions

5th - Reach a consensus on solution.

6th - Plan implementation of solution

Cautions

• Do NOT vote (winners and losers)

• Avoid early, quick, easy compromises / agreements

• Reach the point when “ it may not be exactly what I want, but at least I can live with this decision and support it”.

• Treat differences of opinion as a way of: • Gathering additional info

• Clarifying issues

• Forcing the group to seek better alternatives

Caution

Do Not compete internally. Work for welfare of group!

What grading system should be used to evaluate the group

projects?