Creating the Problem Statement: Using 5W1H
Once a problem is identified, the first step is to create a workable problem statement that will provide a vision for resolution, serve as a communication tool, encourage accountability, provide clarity of the problem, and establish goals for the problem-solving efforts to follow. The 5W1H method will help with this. Identifying and defining problems is a process based on asking good questions such as what, who, when, where, why, and how: 5W1H.
What: problem details
Who: people involved
When : timeframe
Where: Location
Why: problem causes and reasons
How: action plan for investigation
Long description
The 5W1H method helps to structure your thoughts as you draft a problem statement. It aids in putting observations into words, describing the context and impact of the problem, and clarifying the next steps.
In your paper,
· Describe the problem you selected based on your responses to the 5W1H method in the Week 1 Identifying a Potential Problem discussion forum. Be sure to clearly identify each component of the 5W1H method in this section.
· Write the problem statement.
· Explain why you selected this problem.
· Discuss the degree of urgency to solve this problem, if any.
must be 1 to 2 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages
must utilize either first person or academic voice
must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph.
must use at least 2 credible sources in addition to the course text.
