SOC.SS.21.A
Use a problem-solving process to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution.
Sociology · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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problem-solving processprobleminformationoptionsadvantagesdisadvantagessolutioneffectiveness
Skills
- identify (a problem) #dok1
- gather (information relevant to a problem) #dok1
- list and consider (options for solving a problem) #dok2
- evaluate (advantages and disadvantages of options) #dok3
- choose and implement (a solution to a problem) #dok2
- evaluate (the effectiveness of a solution) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify a problem that needs to be solved. #dok1
- I can gather information related to a problem. #dok1
- I can list and consider the possible options to solve a problem. #dok2
- I can choose and implement a solution to a problem. #dok2
- I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option. #dok3
- I can assess the effectiveness of the solution I chose. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Problem-solving is a structured process that involves identifying problems, exploring solutions, and evaluating outcomes.
- Effective decision-making requires critical thinking and the ability to analyze options and their potential outcomes.
Essential Questions
- How can the problem-solving process be used to address challenges in everyday life?
- What are the steps involved in making effective decisions?
- Why is it important to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different solutions?
- How do you know if the solution you chose was effective?
- How can the problem-solving process be applied both independently and collaboratively?