How to develop crytical thinking ? How to become a successful problem solver? Those questions are connected with a teacher's main objectives of the lesson. Svitlana Drobotenko (British Council, Kyiv) suggested using the metod of "six thinking hats" to make lessons more interactive. The method was designed by Edward de Bono which describes a tool for group discussion and individual thinking involving six colored hats. Every colour corresponds to a certain attitude to the problem. To solve a problem you should "try on the hat".
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The White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."
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The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit.
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The Black Hat is judgment - the devil's advocate or why something may not work. Spot the difficulties and dangers; where things might go wrong. Probably the most powerful and useful of the Hats but a problem if overused.
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The Red Hat signifies feelings, hunches and intuition. When using this hat you can express emotions and feelings and share fears, likes, dislikes, loves, and hates.
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The Green Hat focuses on creativity; the possibilities, alternatives, and new ideas. It's an opportunity to express new concepts and new perceptions.
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The Blue Hat is used to manage the thinking process. It's the control mechanism that ensures the Six Thinking Hats guidelines are observed.
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The benefits your students get are evident. They'll be able to view the problems from new and unusual angles.They'll spot opportunities where others see only problems. The students will learn to think clearly and objectively.
Using the method of "six thinking hats" makes your lessons more interesting, creates atmosphere of interrelation between the students, motivates them for active collaboration and develops crytical thinking.
