Problem-Solving Meeting

7 Steps to Problem-Solving (Chapter 13) 1. Introduce problem and review meeting rules 2. Gather information 3. Begin and focus the discussion 4. Brainstorm solutions 5. Choose a solution 6. Define progress and consequences 7. Close the meeting

Criteria for Solutions Solutions must be: Workable and realistic Respectful to everyone In accordance with school rules

Role Play Scenario Teasing is a common issue throughout all grades; choose one age group and role play a problem solving meeting to address teasing in your classroom. Your class is a group of energetic kids who seem mostly kind to one another. Lately, however, you have noticed there has been more teasing. Some of the kids seem excluded at recess and it has been bothering you. Today at lunch in the cafeteria, while you are on duty, you see the following: Emily is sitting at the table (cafeteria) eating. Joey seems to be approaching the table and trips. Emily and friends laugh and a few mean comments are said such as, “you’re such a clutz”. When you reach Joey to help him Joey had already gathered his spilled lunch and went to sit by himself. Emily and friends are still laughing. You have decided this would be something to bring up in class meeting on Friday. Keep in mind what problem solving skills different ages of children are capable of by referring to the boxes below.

Teacher Rubric TaskMinimallyMeetingExceeding Utilize 7 Steps to problem solving meeting -uses one or two of the steps -uses most steps-uses all the steps Using respectful an inclusive language -attempts to use inclusive and respectful language but needs improvement -uses mostly inclusive and respectful language -always uses inclusive and respectful language Encourage student participation and direction for problem- solving *Teacher provides consequences but allows discussion -listens to some but not all students -offers own solutions -listens to most students -students provide most of the solutions -listens to all students -all solutions are student generated