Lesson 3 of 20 ยท Decision Making
PuzzlebeginnerDecision Making โ Evaluation
What You'll Learn
Key Concept: Evaluation
Think About This
Your class is having a discussion about evaluation. One student says one thing, another says something different. How would you figure out who has the stronger point?
Thinking Steps
๐ Understand
Read carefully. What is the question about evaluation really asking?
๐ Gather Info
What facts and clues do you have? List what you know.
๐ก Think of Options
Come up with at least 2 possible answers. Don't pick the first one yet!
โ Choose & Explain
Pick the best option. Say: 'I chose this because...'
๐ช Reflect
Was your reasoning solid? What would you do differently next time?
Key Points
Understand evaluation
Practice decision making daily
Apply thinking skills to real-world situations
Key Vocabulary
Consequence
The result that comes from a choice you make
Criteria
Rules you use to decide between options
Trade-off
Giving up one thing to get another
Why This Matters in Real Life
Scientists, teachers, doctors, and business owners all need strong decision making skills. You're building the same toolkit they use!
Talk About It
Discuss these questions with a friend, parent, or classmate.
- 1How could you use evaluation outside of school this week?
- 2What would happen if everyone was really good at this skill?
- 3What question do you still have? Write it down and try to find the answer.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What is the main idea of evaluation?
