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How do you solve community problems?
Directions
- Determine the problem.
- Think of several possible solutions to the problem.
- Consider the consequences for each of their solutions.
- Pick the solution they think will work the best.
- Present their solution to the class.
How can we solve these problems?
8 steps to problem solving
- Define the problem. What exactly is going on?
- Set some goals.
- Brainstorm possible solutions.
- Rule out any obvious poor options.
- Examine the consequences.
- Identify the best solutions.
- Put your solutions into practice.
- How did it go?
How can research solve community problems?
Research on existing theories and concepts help us identify the range and applications of them. It is the fountain of knowledge and provide guidelines for solving problems. Social research helps find answers to social problems. They explain social phenomena and seek solution to social problems.
How can you help your community?
Ways to Help Your Community
- Volunteer. Participating in volunteering activities is one of the most fulfilling ways to help the community.
- Clean Up Your Neighborhood. By picking up trash and doing some yard work, you can make your area a more pleasant place to live.
- Help Your Neighbors.
- Donate Stuff.
- Money Donations.
What is a community problem?
Community Issues are problems or concerns that a community (town, neighborhood, or other community group) has and believes they can fix.
Why do communities try to solve their problems?
Problems are part of life — they go together with being alive. And every community has problems, too; they go together with being a community. That’s just a fact of community life. Two more basic facts: Communities, like people, try to solve their problems. And analyzing those problems helps in their solution.
Community problems are local issues that can only be solved by engaging the people in a place. Community problems can potentially be solved by communities themselves but often requires support such as funding by governments, corporate partners or nonprofits.
What are the problem-solving steps used for?
Have students work in groups and use the Problem-Solving Steps* to solve a problem occurring in one of their communities. If necessary, consult a local newspaper or news website. Examples of possible problems include: 1. Determine the problem 2. Think of several possible solutions to the problem 3.
How can I help my students get involved in community service?
Have your students divide themselves into groups of three or four. Have current newspapers, news magazines, and news websites available. Have students work in groups and use the Problem-Solving Steps* to solve a problem occurring in one of their communities.