Transcript JAYS JAYS Problem Solving USD 220 – Ashland A district

JAYS
Problem Solving
Problem solving
In the work place
Technology and affluence solves many of our
problems today so kids are often not exposed to
the need or skills to solve problems.
• Car broken down – take it to the shop
• Computer not working – call the IT
• Homework – get online help
• Have a problem – find a video on YouTube
Problem-solving
Employers claim graduates are not
prepared to solve real-world
problems
One of the top hiring priorities for
businesses
JAYS
Problem Solving
- classroom level strategy
- district-wide
- cross-curricular
Hypotheses
JUST NAME THE PROBLEM
PROCEDURES
ARRIVE AT STRATEGIES
DATA
YOU SOLVE IT!!!
FINDINGS
SEE AND CHECK
Posters in each room K-HS
- Used as part of School
Improvement Plan in each
curricular area
- Teachers receive professional
development implementation
points
- Standardized forms
Descriptive Poster
Standard Worksheet
Social Studies
World History – Greek temples
Students build a Greek temple out of:
20” scotch tape
16 sheets of white paper
8 paper clips
4 thumb tacks
4 rubber bands
15” x 15” cardboard for base
Social Studies
World History – Greek temples
Social Studies
World History – Greek temples
Social Studies
World History – Greek temples
Current events – Analysis
P.E. – Invent a game
Elementary School – Playground
issues
Math
Heather Reimer
Music
Cory Klaker
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Make observations
Estimate reasons
Administer tests
Draw conclusions
Explain results
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information
Contact:
Ashland High School