IDEAL Problem Solving

Work with Mayor Whipple and Expo’s Sarah to figure out a secret message from Engie! Uncover the secret message by using the IDEAL problem solving method, a scientific process to help figure out any problem. A special thanks to Mayor Whipple for spending time to teach you about IDEAL Problem Solving and STEM!

What is the IDEAL Problem Solving Method?

I - Identify your problem
D - Define your goal
E - Explore your options
A - Act on an option
L - Look back at your results

Note: There is no associated activity in this video; it focuses on the IDEAL problem solving method and how to approach problems in which you don’t know the answer.