Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 3
RESEARCH AND DESIGN IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
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RESEARCH AND DESIGN IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
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Subject: Biomedical Science
Class: SHS 3
Term: 1st Term
Week: 14
Grade code: 1.4.1.LI.3
Strand code: 4
Sub-strand code: 1
Content standard code: 1.4.1.CS.1
Indicator code: 1.4.1.LI.3
Theme: BIOMEDICAL INNOVATIONS
Subtheme: RESEARCH AND DESIGN IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
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This lesson empowers you, as a future biomedical scientist, to move from simply learning about health problems to actively designing solutions for them. In Ghana, we face unique healthcare challenges, from infectious diseases like malaria and cholera to growing concerns about hypertension and diabetes. This lesson provides a structured framework for you to identify a problem in your own community, research it effectively, and propose a practical, well-reasoned solution. This skill is not just for examinations; it is the foundation of innovation and public health improvement that can save lives right here in our communities.
This topic is about applying a systematic process to solve real-world problems. We will use a five-step framework. The 5-Step Problem-Solving Framework Identify and Define the Problem: Be specific. Conduct Background Research: Understand the "why." Brainstorm Potential Solutions: Think broadly. Select and Develop One Solution: Be practical. Structure the Proposal: Communicate your idea clearly.
Step 1: Identify and Define the Problem
A vague problem is impossible to solve. A well-defined problem is halfway to a solution. Vague Problem: "Sanitation is poor in our community." Well-Defined Problem: "The frequent overflowing of the main drain behind the Nima market leads to a high incidence of cholera and typhoid cases among market women during the rainy season."
A good problem statement should be S.M.A.R.T.: Specific: Who is affected? What is the issue? Where is it happening? Measurable: Can you quantify the problem (e.g., number of cases, frequency of occurrence)? Achievable: Is it possible to address this problem with available resources? Relevant: Is this a significant health issue for the community? Time-bound: When does this problem occur most often?