Develop an algorithm flowchart for solving algorithmic problems. This will not be an algorithm that a computer executes, but an algorithm that you can use to guide your problem-solving process.

Use the following four general phases to structure your algorithm:

Make a first attempt on paper and pencil. Schedule 30 minutes to sit down in a quiet space. Use your algorithmic algorithm. Do NOT use your laptop, textbook, or any other resources. When you are finished, write down what you tried and learned from the problem.

Take a break. Put it down for at least an hour.

Try the problem again, but this time use your resources. If you google for anything, record the URLs and search terms that you used. Keep working until you have an answer, and then clearly record that answer.

Reflect on what you tried in Parts 1 and 3. Write a short paragraph describing what you learned, what worked, and what didn't.