Problem Solving Checklist—High School

Created Feb. 7, 2024 by Clarity Innovations

	Proficiency	Dates Observed	Comments
Student analyzes complex processes and systems to anticipate and avoid various kinds of problems.
Student identifies information that is important for solving a problem.
Student uses several strategies for getting additional information, if necessary.
Student analyzes problems thoroughly from different perspectives in order to generate efficient, practical solutions.
Student uses learned tools and strategies flexibly.
Student invents new strategies when necessary.
Student works comfortably with complex problems that have no clear solutions.
Student reflects on problem solving processes and makes changes to improve them.
Student uses precise, subject-appropriate language when communicating processes and results.

Learning Goals