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<h2 class="hd hd-2 unit-title">Step 4: Brainstorm Solutions</h2>
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<p>Generate solutions for the problem you identified and choose one that is especially promising.</p>
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<p>It can be intimidating to just start considering ways of addressing the need you identified. We recognize that there won't be a quick fix. Stay in a mode of possibility and exploration as you start to brainstorm solution ideas. </p>
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<li><strong>Start your brainstorm by envisioning what an awesome solution would look like.</strong> If you had unlimited resources and support, what would you try? </li>
<li><strong>Remember your work in the Discover phase.</strong> Did you come across a strategy in your research you think you could adapt? </li>
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<p><strong>After you have a few ideas, stop and consider criteria for choosing a solution idea to move forward with.</strong> Remember that while others may have thought about addressing a need like yours, they likely are situated in a different context and working within a different system. <strong>Take the time to really think about the context you're working in and the unique constraints and opportunities of that context.</strong> Write down at least two constraints and at least two opportunities that come to mind when you think about the need. </p>
<p><span style="color: #333399;"><strong>Example (context is a large, urban public school):</strong></span></p>
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<li>Constraints: There is very limited time in calendar to lengthen parent-teacher meetings. Parents and teachers are very busy.</li>
<li>Opportunities: The school is using a learning management system that has some communication features not currently in use. </li>
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<p><strong>What other criteria might influence your decision?</strong></p>
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<li>These criteria will vary depending on the context and situation. Some questions you might ask include: What solution seems particularly efficient? What solution best fits user needs? What idea could quickly be piloted?</li>
<li>Look at all of your solution ideas together and evaluate them using your criteria. Don't forget to factor in your own interest and enthusiasm! You're more likely to take action and work towards addressing the need if you’re passionate about the solution idea. </li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px;">If you need more guidance, check out the Imagine section of the <a href="/assets/courseware/v1/3f93694b684fe7e73e3fc9fbd74184a6/asset-v1:MITx+11.155x+1T2019+type@asset+block/Design_Process_Tips_2018.pdf" target="_blank">Design Process Tips</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Optional: </strong>Share artifacts from your brainstorm or other parts of your process in the forums using the link below. Consider replying to others to foster discussion. If there is something specific you'd like to engage with others on, make it the subject of your post. </p>
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