List and briefly explain philosopher John Dewey's five steps for discussing problems in small groups. Discuss, with supporting detail, how you might apply these steps as the leader of a small group assigned to the problem of "inadequate parking on campus." (If desired, you may designate another problem to be resolved.)

What will be an ideal response?


- Clearly identify or define the problem you are trying to solve.
- Analyze the problem: What are its causes, or the conditions underlying the problem?
- Suggest possible solutions.
- Select the best solution, then discuss why it is the best and how it will solve the problem.
- Once the best solution is decided upon, the group now must decide how it will be put into operation.
- Student examples will vary but must provide sufficient detail to demonstrate application of each step.

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