WGS.SS.23.D
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.
World Geography Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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problem-solvingdecision-making processesprobleminformationoptionsadvantagesdisadvantagessolutioneffectiveness
Skills
- identify (problems) #dok1
- gather (information relevant to a problem) #dok2
- list and consider (options for addressing a problem) #dok2
- evaluate (advantages and disadvantages of options) #dok3
- choose and implement (a solution to a problem) #dok3
- evaluate (the effectiveness of a solution) #dok4
Learning Targets
- I can identify a problem that needs solving. #dok1
- I can gather information relevant to a problem. #dok2
- I can list and consider possible options for addressing a problem. #dok2
- I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different options. #dok3
- I can choose and implement a solution to a problem. #dok3
- I can evaluate how effective my solution was in solving the problem. #dok4
Big Ideas
- Problem-solving is a multi-step process that requires evaluating information and options before making decisions.
- Effective decision-making involves both planning and reflection on the outcomes of solutions.
Essential Questions
- What are the key steps in an effective problem-solving and decision-making process?
- How do you determine which solution is best when faced with multiple options?
- Why is it important to evaluate the effectiveness of a solution after implementation?
- How does gathering information improve the quality of problem-solving?
- What strategies can help in weighing the advantages and disadvantages of different options?