Challenge: Students may rush into solving the problem without fully understanding it. Tip: Encourage students to pause and analyse the problem before jumping to a solution.
Challenge: Students may become frustrated when their first idea does not work. Tip: Ask guiding questions to stimulate critical thinking rather than giving the answer.
Challenge: Some students may struggle to think of more than one possible solution. Tip: Promote brainstorming multiple solutions and considering alternatives.
Challenge: Students may see mistakes or failed attempts as failure rather than part of learning. Tip: Emphasize that mistakes are learning opportunities and part of the process.
Challenge: Students may have difficulty identifying or adapting suitable materials and resources. Tip: Allow students time to gather or adapt materials based on their chosen solution.
Challenge: Some students may rely too heavily on the teacher or stronger peers for decisions. Tip: Support collaboration but let students make decisions independently when possible.
