Innovative Problem Solver: Authentic Assessment & Reflection


Being an Innovative Problem Solver means asking questions, exploring ideas, taking risks, and improving solutions through iteration and feedback.


Innovative thinking supports creativity, adaptability, and the ability to solve complex problems in real-world situations.


Explore how this competency develops from kindergarten through graduation, and access rubrics, design challenges, and tools to help students think critically and inventively across subjects.


Note: Every authentic learning experience involves multiple competencies. Use the tools on this page and across others to plan meaningful and integrated learning.