This assignment is worth 10% of your final grade for this course.

The overarching goal of this assignment is to identify and apply a systematic method for

problem-solving guided by your sophisticated use of the LOs. Choose one of the following

topics:

Online Scams

https://www.thenationalnews.com/uae/2023/04/09/is-it-worth-having-personal-insurance-to-

guard-against-online-scams/

Plastic Bags

https://www.thenationalnews.com/climate/environment/2023/01/12/what-does-the-uaes-ban-

on-single-use-plastics-mean-for-the-environment/

Workers and Summer Heat

https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/editorial/2023/08/17/uae-summer-heat-workers-

employers-health/

Note:

(1) Make sure to select a tractable sub-topic within these broad topic areas. This will allow

for a more effective application of LOs, and a sub-topic is rarely too specific or narrow./n(2) The resources linked above are intended to serve as a starting point for your research. You

must identify additional readings and sources.

Part I: The Method.

Clearly summarize your method by identifying the steps you would use to approach your

specific sub-problem, including where you would apply specific LOs. Include your

systematic method as a flowchart, outline, or list of bulleted points (this should not be a

narrative, and should not include any additional content not included in the narrative section

below). (Note: Refer to the pre-class reading about fishbone diagrams in Session 5 for an

example of how to outline your strategy/process).

Part II: Application.

Apply your systematic method by characterizing and proposing solutions for one of the topics

listed. Research and learn about the problem and then apply the Problem Solving LOs to

propose solutions. This narrative portion of your assignment should include three sections

(900-1100 words):