For which purposes it is used

Six Thinking Hats For which purposes it is used

For which purposes it is used

The Six Thinking Hats method promotes parallel thinking, which allows each participant to investigate multiple sides of a problem at the same time. In this sort of parallel thinking dynamic, a cooperative exploration approach to the subject replaces confrontation. It encourages information sharing, reduces arguing, and allows talkers to think while also allowing thinkers to talk. So, the technique can be used at many different levels and for many different situations, such as:

  • Decision Making;
  • Group Project Brainstorming;
  • Big Group Decisions;
  • Leadership Development;
  • Organizational Change;
  • Preparation for Debates;
  • Challenging Perspectives of Current Events;
  • Developing Critical Thinking;
  • Developing Innovative Thinking;
  • Preparation for Discussions;
  • Problem Solving Situations;
  • Product and Process Implementation
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