Thinking Of Alternatives

Worksheet Description

This Decision Making worksheet is a valuable educational resource designed to enhance critical thinking and analytical skills among students. The worksheet encourages students to outline a specific decision they face, providing a structured space for them to dissect and evaluate their options. With areas dedicated to detailing ‘alternative #1’ and ‘alternative #2,’ students are prompted to think divergently, considering multiple pathways and outcomes. For each alternative, there are subsequent sections to list the pros and cons, allowing students to visually map out the potential benefits and drawbacks associated with each choice.

The final segment of the worksheet asks the student to reflect on their analysis and make a reasoned judgment by answering, “What do you think you should do? Why?” This encourages them to not only make a decision but also to rationalize their choice, linking consequences to actions. By actively engaging with the decision-making process through this worksheet, students learn to approach problems systematically and make decisions that are reasoned and informed. This tool is especially beneficial in preparing students for real-world scenarios where decision-making is complex and involves weighing various factors and potential outcomes.