1. Change management strategies
De Bono’s 6 thinking hats

2. Workshop Overview Title Edward De Bono’s 6 Thinking Hats technique
Objectives
To encourage critical thinking
To explore project ideas from a variety of viewpoints
To add depth to the planning process
Guidance
This simple and fun method allows delegates to look at problems from different perspectives rather than following their traditional way of thinking. It adds depth to the planning process by ensuring that all possibilities are explored. It is also a really good technique for teaching critical thinking for students.
Group Size
Medium: 10 to 20 working in small groups
Resources
This PowerPoint
Word guide
One Note supporting document
Project ideas from previous workshops
Timing
2 hours
Outputs
Project analysis from all perspectives
More detailed and deeper project plans

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11. Scenario 1
All students should be given $10 every week to attend school
Apply different hat thinking to this suggestion
Don’t worry if you agree or disagree to the statement

12. Examples By the end the year, they will have received $300 (white hat)
I feel that they will waste the money on things not needed (red hat)
Giving money to them will allow them to become better adults as they will learn about money management (yellow hat/ green hat)
Schools will lose money for no reason (black hat)
Students could pool money and buy a new computer for their classroom (green hat)

13. Scenario 2 Cars should be banned from the city centre
Apply different hat thinking to this suggestion
Don’t worry if you agree or disagree to the statement

14. Scenario 3
Teachers who are using new methodologies should have a 30% pay rise
Apply different hat thinking to this suggestion
Don’t worry if you agree or disagree to the statement

15. Scenario 4 Computers are essential for good education
Apply different hat thinking to this suggestion
Don’t worry if you agree or disagree to the statement