USH.SS.31.B
Use problem-solving and decision-making processes 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.
United States History Studies Since 1877 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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problem-solvingdecision-making processesprobleminformationoptionsadvantagesdisadvantagessolutioneffectiveness
Skills
- identify (a problem) #dok1
- gather (information) #dok1
- list (options) #dok1
- consider (advantages and disadvantages of options) #dok2
- choose (a solution from available options) #dok2
- implement (a chosen solution) #dok3
- evaluate (effectiveness of the solution) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify a problem in a given scenario. #dok1
- I can gather information relevant to the problem. #dok1
- I can list and organize multiple possible options for solving a problem. #dok1
- I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of each option before making a decision. #dok2
- I can choose and defend a solution from the available options. #dok2
- I can implement a selected solution in a problem-solving situation. #dok3
- I can evaluate the effectiveness of my chosen solution after it has been implemented. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving require a systematic process and critical analysis of options.
- Evaluating the outcome of a solution is just as important as the steps taken to solve the problem itself.
Essential Questions
- What steps are involved in making an effective decision?
- How can I identify and define a problem accurately?
- Why is it important to consider the advantages and disadvantages of different options?
- How do I know if the solution I have chosen is effective?
- What can I do if my chosen solution does not solve the problem?