Future+Problem+Solving

==== ** What is Future Problem Solving? ** Students work in teams of four with a coach who facilitates their research into the topic and the learning of the skills. During the year the students work on three set topics. The work is mailed to evaluators who assess it and return it with comprehensive praise and suggestions for improvement. Top placed teams from the Qualifying Problem compete at the National Finals for the chance to win a place to represent New Zealand at the International Finals in the USA in June the following year. ====

====**Goals of the Future Problem Solving Programme** To develop an active interest in the future To encourage creative thinking To develop critical and analytical thought To strengthen oral and written communication skills To present an effective problem solving model To develop research techniques To work co-operatively in teams. ====

2010 Topic Overviews Future Problem Solving Model Categories Future Scenes