3.1.5 Scenario performance: Creating new options for demonstrating problem solving for children beyond the square
The options available to educators to develop problem solving skills in students tend to be focused on communication skills around the written word, or are based around 'Western' conceptualisations that are specific to certain cultures. However, the use of futuristic story telling performances enables students from cultures where oral storytelling is prized or students who have learning difficulties such as dyslexia, to develop and demonstrate their problem-solving skills. This presentation outlines one such option: Scenario Performance, which is part of the global non-profit Future Problem Solving Program.
Author(s):
Christine Casinader
christine.casinader@fpsp.org.au
Future Problem Solving Program Australia
Australia
Since becoming involved with Future Problem Solving Australia in 1992, Christine Casinader has held many roles from coaching successful competitive teams to working on the National Committee. As a committee member she was, for many years, the national Director of Coaching. More, recently she has concentrated on developing the Scenorio Performance aspect of the program. This program began in Australia and is currently expanding into the international arena. Christine works as a History and Geography teacher at Presbyterian Ladies' College in Melbourne, Australia specialising in integrating 'creative thinking' into the everyday currriculum.