Edward de Bono's Six Thinking Hats Model for Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Question 1

Objectivity
Fact-finding

Focus objectively on the available facts and figures

Answer 1

White hat

Question 2

Passion
Intuition
Emotions

To look at the problem using intuition, gut reaction, and emotion

Answer 2

Red hat

Question 2

Caution
Pessimism
Somberness

To be vigilant and consider the negative sides of the event, issue, or problem

Answer 2

Black hat

Question 2

Direction
Synthesis
Organization

To perform meta thinking. Scrutinize and direct discussion; Synthesize all

Answer 2

Blue hat

Question 3

Hope
Optimism

To think positively. Consider all the benefits of the circumstances

Answer 3

Yellow hat

Question 4

Creativity
Intentiveness

To get creative and invent new approaches

Answer 4

Green hat