T.W.I.S.T.E.R. is not only a tornado........
- It is a tool to help guide you through investigations, problem solving, and decision making.
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Each letter in the word TWISTER represents a step in the process.
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When you begin to use this tool, you should learn all its steps.
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After you have learned the tool, you will discover that you can pick and choose which steps to use.
- Sometimes, you may need to revisit steps in order to answer all your questions.
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Each step comes with several "thinking" questions.
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The "thinking" questions have intensity levels just like tornados.
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Choose the intensity level that is right for you.
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Pick the questions that are meaningful to you.
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You may find that you select questions in one or more intensity levels.
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Make notes on your answers to each selected "thinking" question.
T.W.I.S.T.E.R. brings order to a messy process.......
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Organizes your information, ideas, and thoughts.
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Provides you with "thinking" questions to help you complete the steps.
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Helps you with school and home life.
T.W.I.S.T.E.R. possibilities........
- Conduct a research project at school.
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Utilize it to decide which college to select.
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Use appropriate steps to select a movie.
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Use the steps needed to plan a vacation.
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Choose steps that will help you make informed decisions.
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Investigate a health question.
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Examine a social issue to determine your position.