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🧠 The Seven-Step Problem-Solving Model

Let’s learn the Seven-Step Problem-Solving Model. These steps are sequential—you do one, then the next. Memorizing them helps you respond to problems quickly without needing to look up your notes.

💡 Tip: Use hand motions along with the step names to help with kinetic memorization.

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Why Memorize the Steps?

• When you're facing a real problem, you won't want to fumble through your notes.
• A simple, memorable model helps you jump right into action.
• Physical movement (like hand motions) can make memorization easier.

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🪜 The 7 Steps (with Mnemonics and Imagery)

1. Problem Identification (“Problem ID”)

• Ask: What’s going on? Who’s involved? Where and when is it happening?
• Picture: Diving into the issue like an investigator.

2. Reframe the Problem

• Convert the problem into a goal-oriented question.
• Picture: A picture frame—you're reframing the issue to see it differently.

3. Brainstorm

• Generate a wide range of possible solutions.
• Picture: Thought bubbles popping up with ideas.

4. Choose 3

• Select three promising solutions from your brainstorm list.

5. Evaluate Pros and Cons

• Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the three selected solutions.

6. Prepare and Recommend

• Prepare your solution like dough for bread.
• Then recommend it as your final proposed course of action.

7. Engage Feedback

• Present your recommendation and gather feedback.
• Ask: Did the solution work? What do others think?

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✅ Full Recap

Problem ID → Reframe → Brainstorm → Choose 3 → Advantages & Disadvantages → Prepare & Recommend → Engage Feedback

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🎯 Practice Time: Pop Quiz!

Let’s practice. I’ll do the hand motions—you say the name of the step.

Ready? Here we go!

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