Lesson 12 of 20 ยท Decision Making
DebatebeginnerDecision Making โ Perspective Taking
What You'll Learn
Key Concept: Perspective Taking
Think About This
Your group needs to solve a problem using perspective taking. Everyone has a different idea. How do you decide which approach to try first?
Thinking Steps
๐ Understand
Read carefully. What is the question about perspective taking 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 perspective taking
Practice decision making daily
Apply thinking skills to real-world situations
Key Vocabulary
Consequence
The result that comes from a choice you make
Trade-off
Giving up one thing to get another
Criteria
Rules you use to decide between options
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 perspective taking 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 perspective taking?
