Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Guide middle and high school students to enhance creative problem-solving by applying innovative thinking to real-world challenges.

This lesson promotes critical thinking and teamwork, preparing students to tackle complex, real-life problems with adaptable and inventive solutions.

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Prep

Preparation for Innovation Station

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-up

10 minutes

Step 2

Collaborative Problem-Solving Activity

35 minutes

Step 3

Class Discussion and Reflection

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Innovation Station: Creative Problem-Solving Strategies

Introduce the session with energy. Explain that this slide deck will help guide us through creative problem-solving strategies, offering both theory and real examples to encourage innovative thinking.

Why Creative Problem-Solving?

Explain the importance of creative thinking in problem-solving. Highlight that creativity can lead to simple yet profound solutions, especially when facing complex problems.

Key Strategies

Discuss different strategies such as brainstorming, mind mapping, and lateral thinking. Ask students if they have used any of these strategies before.

Real-World Scenario Example

Present an example of a real-world scenario. Encourage discussion on how diverse and innovative approaches can solve complex issues.

Reflection and Next Steps

Wrap up the presentation by summarizing the key points and encouraging reflection on how creative thinking applies to everyday problems.

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Activity

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Innovation Station: Encouraging Creative Problem-Solving

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