Title: (Optional) Apply steps in a problem-solving/decision-making model.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II (19904-6) > Section: Using Consumer and Family Resources

Application should include the elements of the REASON model:

- Recognize the problem.
- Evaluate information needed to solve the problem.
- Analyze choices and consequences.
- Select the best choice.
- Outline and implement a plan for action.
- Note the results of your actions.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why is it important to think carefully about your decisions as a consumer?
- What factors might influence your attitudes and beliefs about problem-solving and decision-making?

Communication

- What are the resources available to assist you in solving problems?
- How can your behavior or attitude affect your problem-solving process?

Leadership

- What leadership techniques help individuals and groups use practical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making to devise solutions?
- How can you improve your practical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills?

Management

- How do you evaluate the success of a solution?
- What are the consequences for not following the problem-solving/decision-making process?