In this two-part team project, students investigate a "Wicked Problem" (a complex water sustainability issue) and present their findings through an Assertion-Evidence presentation and a research poster. The first phase focuses on understanding the problem’s scope, stakeholders, and root causes using systems thinking tools like mess maps and causal analysis. The second phase introduces a proposed solution, supported by a Theory of Change, stakeholder analysis, and interview data. Students are assessed on research depth, clarity of communication, and collaborative engagement.
Assignment File
Course
CMDS 333 Wicked Problems
Campus
Henrietta
Outcome
Communication: Express oneself effectively in presentations, either in American English or American Sign Language
Method
Case Study
Presentation
Project
Characteristics and Proficiencies
Experiential, Reflection, and Writing Intensive