Problem-solving Organiser

The Problem

Why is this a problem?

Possible Solutions

Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3

Pros Pros Pros

Cons Cons Cons

Solution chosen _______

Possible consequences of the chosen solution

Recommended solution (with modification)

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Differentiation (modification) Students complete the first half of the chart only
Differentiation (modification) Students complete the chart but only give 1 possible solution
Students are presented with possible solutions and they have to explore possible consequences and choose
a solution for recommendation
Differentiation (modification) Students are given the solutions but need to explore the pros and cons

Differentiation (all) Students select their own problem based on the text/stimulus/topic

Differentiation (extension) Students use their findings as the basis for a piece of extended writing