### Class Summary Report
#### Title:
Policy Solutions and Stakeholder Analysis in Problem-Solving
#### Synopsis:
In this lesson, students explored the concept of policy solutions in depth, learning to differentiate between actionable policy solutions and mere suggestions. The objectives were to understand what constitutes a policy solution, how to craft one that is actionable and directly addresses a problem, and to consider the stakeholders affected by these solutions.
#### Attendance:
– The transcript does not provide explicit attendance information. However, there were several interactions indicating a majority of the students from the previous session were present.
#### Topics Covered:
1. **Introduction to Policy Solutions**
– Recap of brainstormed problems from the previous class.
– Definition and explanation of policy solutions.
– Distinction between policy solutions and non-solutions.
2. **Criteria for Effective Policy Solutions**
– Directly actionable solutions.
– Realistic and specific solutions.
– Clear connection between the solution and the problem.
– Consideration of stakeholders.
3. **Student Engagement and Problem-Solving**
– Group work to refine proposed solutions.
– Class discussion on examples of good and bad policy solutions.
– Analysis of stakeholder interests and alignment.
4. **Homework Preparation**
– Guidance on the upcoming homework assignment.
– Emphasis on the importance of evidence and citations.
#### Actionable Items:
– **Student Collaboration:** Encourage continued partnership and collaboration outside of class to refine policy solutions.
– **Resource Accessibility:** Ensure students have access to necessary resources for research and evidence gathering.
– **Feedback Mechanisms:** Create opportunities for students to receive feedback on their policy solution proposals.
#### Homework:
– Select one problem to address with a policy solution.
– Answer the following questions about the chosen problem:
1. What is the problem and its consequences?
2. When and how did the problem begin? Include citations.
3. What is a potential policy solution?
4. Identify the stakeholders and their interests.
5. Analyze which stakeholders’ interests are aligned or in conflict.
– Due date: Wednesday, next class session.