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Course: PSYC10460 Applying Psychology to Wicked Problems
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### Definition of “Wicked Problem”
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A wicked problem is a complex, ill-defined challenge with no single correct solution.
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Rittle & Webber (1973)
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- No clear definition or end point
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- Solutions are better or worse, not right or wrong
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- Attempts to have lasting, unpredicable consequences
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- Each problem is unique and interconnected with others
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- Framing depends on values and perspectives.
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### Why Psychology?
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- Understanding human behaviour
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- Expertise in complexity
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- Skills in collaboration
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- Focus on change
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- Evidence-based approaches
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### Problems focused & Course Design
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1. building community (s1w1-5)
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2. Artificial Intelligence (s1w7-11)
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3. Climate Change (s2w1-5)
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4. Resilience (s2w7-11) |