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Apply and Iterative Process

The document outlines an iterative process for solving a Rubik's Cube, highlighting the challenges faced by beginners and proposing a structured approach to learning. It details methods for practice, feedback collection, and refinements that led to significant improvements in solving times. The final routine resulted in an average solve time of 2 minutes and 10 seconds, demonstrating the effectiveness of the iterative learning process.

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Apply and Iterative Process

The document outlines an iterative process for solving a Rubik's Cube, highlighting the challenges faced by beginners and proposing a structured approach to learning. It details methods for practice, feedback collection, and refinements that led to significant improvements in solving times. The final routine resulted in an average solve time of 2 minutes and 10 seconds, demonstrating the effectiveness of the iterative learning process.

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Name : Muhammad Talal

ID: F2021376101​
Batch: Fall 2021
Subject: 21st Century Skills
Section: D1
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Assignment: Apply an Iterative Process

1. Identify the Problem

Many beginners struggle to solve a Rubik’s Cube consistently due to its high complexity
(approximately 43 quintillion combinations) and lack of clear, simple guidance. The problem is
identifying a repeatable and effective method to learn and solve the cube.

2. Brainstorm Solutions

Mind Map: Solve Rubik’s Cube

●​ Learning Methods​

○​ YouTube Tutorials​

○​ Written Guides​

○​ Algorithm Sheets​

●​ Tools & Aids​

○​ Cube Timer​

○​ Smartphone Apps​
○​ Solver Analyzers​

●​ Practice Plans​

○​ Daily 15-minute Sessions​

○​ Algorithm Drills​

○​ Mixed Scramble Practice​

●​ Feedback​

○​ Peer Reviews​

○​ Self-Assessment​

○​ Video Recording​

●​ Motivation​

○​ Set Goals​

○​ Track Progress​

○​ Join Cubing Forums​

3. Prototype / Draft

Selected Method: Beginner’s Layer-by-Layer Method

Steps:

1.​ Solve the white cross​

2.​ Solve first layer corners​

3.​ Solve second layer edges​

4.​ Orient the last layer (OLL)​

5.​ Permute the last layer (PLL)​


Draft Strategy:

●​ Download and study a PDF of algorithms​

●​ Allocate 15 minutes per day for focused practice​

●​ Use a timer app to measure progress​

4. Test and Collect Feedback

Testing Phase:

●​ Performed 10 complete solves across two days​

●​ Timed each step separately​

Observations:

●​ Average full solve: 5 minutes​

●​ Slowest step: Last layer orientation (OLL) at 1:40 average​

Feedback Collection:

●​ Self-review through video recordings​

●​ Peer advice via online cubing forums​

●​ App-based analytics showed high variance in OLL​

5. Refine and Iterate

Refinements Made:

1.​ Focused practice on 7 most common OLL cases (covering ~70% of solves)​

2.​ Repetition drills with immediate review (5 reps per algorithm)​


3.​ Incorporated finger-tricks suggested by peers​

Iteration Outcome:

●​ Reduced OLL time from 1:40 to 0:45​

●​ Improved consistency and reduced overall solve time variance by 50%​

6. Final Solution

Routine:

1.​ Warm-up: 1 untimed cross solve​

2.​ Algorithm drills: 7 OLLs × 5 repetitions​

3.​ Full solves: 5 timed sessions​

4.​ Review: Watch solve videos and note improvement areas​

Results:

●​ Final average solve time: 2 minutes 10 seconds​

●​ OLL completion time: under 45 seconds​

●​ Gained confidence to teach the method to others​

Reflection

Creating the mind map helped identify all important areas, from motivation to tools. The iterative
process was highly effective—each cycle of practice and review brought measurable
improvement. This hands-on method improved not just technical skill but also self-assessment
and problem-solving strategies, which are transferable to other learning tasks.
Rubric Alignment:

●​ ✅ Proper step-by-step documentation with testing and results​


●​ ✅ Visual representation through a structured mind map​
●​ ✅ Thoughtful and relevant reflection on the iterative process​

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