Decision-making “Decision-making” Worksheet © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 1 Think about it! Suppose your parents think that you are wasting your leisure time. What are some meaningful activities you can do when you are free? © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 2 Decision-making Decision-making is not easy! We need to analyse information carefully. Decision-making involves evaluating multiple alternatives. Different people have different variables to consider in decisionmaking. © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 3 Process in Decision-making Question Alternative 3 Alternative 1 Alternative 2 Considerations © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 4 Defining the Question Question: Suppose your parents think that you are wasting your leisure time. The Core of the Question: What are some meaningful activities you can do when you are free? © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 5 What are the Alternatives? The following are some feasible alternatives: A. Look for a part-time job B. Join the academic associations in school C. Engage in sports D. Be a community volunteer © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 6 Are All Alternatives Equally Good? Not all of the alternatives are equally good or feasible. Some alternatives may be more appropriate than others. Let’s take a closer look… © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 7 Alternatives and Variables to Consider Alternatives (Feasible proposals) Variables to consider (Oppose) Low A. Part-time Job pay Job nature may not be satisfactory Parents may not support Endless learning B. Academic Associations Academic activities may be dull and boring Variables to consider (Support) Earning pocket money Gaining social exposure Broadening your social circles Increase your understanding of a particular subject Parental support © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 8 Alternatives and Variables to Consider Alternatives (Feasible proposals) Variables to consider (Oppose) Long C. Sports training hours Low chance of participating in formal games Can D. Voluntary Work have a negative impact on your academic performance if you are too involved Variables to consider (Support) Good physical training Develop an extra skill Parental support Serving the community Meeting new friends Parental support © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 9 Variables to Consider Cons Opposition from parents Pros I could find a part-time job… Less time for study Gaining social exposure Earning pocket money Part-time jobs available for teens tend to be dull and low-paid © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 10 Variables to Consider Have Varying Importance Cons Pros Less time for study (part-time work takes up some study time) Very Important I could find a part-time job Cons Opposition from parents Pros Cons Earning pocket money Quite Importan t Meeting new friends Part-time jobs available for teens tend to be dull and low-paid Importan t © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau Very Important Less Important 11 Taking into account all alternatives and their considerations often leaves you confused! My memory is overloaded… I need help! © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 12 Making a Good Decision Requires Careful and Organised Thinking… Defining your question Generating multiple alternatives Variables to consider Weighing the considerations Weighing the alternatives Calculating a decision © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 13 The Class Today Will… 1 Let you understand the process of decision-making by using “decision-making” worksheet and its advantages. © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 14 Demonstrate the Use of “Decision-making” Worksheet A. Defining the Question B. Generating Alternatives (What’s the probability?) C. Variables to Consider (What are the pros and cons of every alternative?) D. Weighting the Considerations (Evaluate and score each variable.) © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 15 Demonstrate the Use of “Decision-making” Worksheet E. Weighting the Alternatives (Evaluate and score each alternative) F. Calculating a Decision G. Overall Assessment (Is this decision appropriate?) © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 16 “Decision-making” Worksheet Can Help You to… Define your question Generate alternatives Consider the pros and cons of each alternative Make a decision after careful thinking © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 17 Let’s begin right now! © EDB; D. Halpern, K. Ku, I. Ho, K.T. Hau 18
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