A picture of the game Cluedo with a magnifying glass and puzzle

Problem Solving

This box aims to provide students with the soft skills to effectively tackle problem solving from a logical/strategic thinking angle and aims to build resilience when tasks prove to be challenging.

The box also aims to provide young people with the necessary skills to face problem-solving head on and to provide examples of times when they have found solutions to problems; which will be beneficial in both higher education and when applying to jobs.

Time requirements

Individual activities can be selected for timeframes as short as 15 minutes, but this box provides a selection of activity combinations lasting up to 3hrs.

We would recommend trying to incorporate as many of the activities as possible. The reflections are crucial to ensure students are building their knowledge.

Box contents

Teaching Resources

  • Memory Card (Includes all resources)
  • Lesson Plan
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Worksheets

Equipment Provided

Masking Tape Cotton Wool Index Cards
Newspaper Paper Cups Binder Clips
Rubber Bands Measuring Tape Rope
Bicycle Inner Tubes Toxic Popcorn Containers Lego
Jigsaw Puzzles Cones  

Classroom requirements

An open space would be preferential for some parts of this activity (i.e. toxic popcorn). Smartboard access for the PowerPoints is a necessity. Space for group work is ideal.

 

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