Creative Problem Solving with
Six Thinking Hats
How to use Edward deBono’s parallel thinking in problem solving
Goals of this program
Define parallel thinking Identify each of the six hats Learn how to ask a good question Apply six hats method to problem solving
Uses for Six Hats
Problem solving Strategic planning Running meetings Much more
Six colors…
White: neutral, objective Red: emotional, angry Black: serious, somber Yellow: sunny, positive Green: growth, fertility Blue: cool, sky above
The blue hat role
Control of thinking & the process Begin & end session with blue hat Facilitator, session leader’s role Choreography
• open, sequence, close • Focus: what should we be thinking about • Asking the right questions • Defining & clarifying the problem • Setting thblue hat…