Introduction
Creative problem-solving is the mental process of searching for an original and previously unknown solution to a problem. This course deals directly with your ability for creativity which is a critical skill in any field. It focuses on divergent thinking, the ability to develop multiple ideas and concepts to solve problems. Through a series of creativity building exercises, short lectures, and readings, learners develop both an understanding of creativity and increase their own ability. This course will help you understand the role of creativity and innovation in your own work and in other disciplines. It will challenge you to move outside of your existing comfort zone and to recognize the value of that exploration. This course will help you understand the importance of diverse ideas, and to convey that understanding to others. The principal learning activity in the course is a series of “differences” where you are challenged to identify and change your own cultural, habitual, and normal patterns of behaviour. Beginning with a
prompt, e.g. “eat something different”, you will begin to recognize your own = limits and to overcome them. In addition, you are encouraged to understand that creativity is based on societal norms and that by its nature, it will differ from and be discouraged by society. In this course, the persistence of the creative person is developed through practice. At the same time, these exercises are constrained by concerns of safety, legality, and economics, which are addressed in their creative process.
Program Objectives
This program aims to:
● Provide skills and knowledge on creative thinking and problem solving
● Provide methodology of creative thinking
● Help participants to solve problem in a creative way
Learning Outcome
After completing this program, the participants should be able to:
● Recognise problems and understand the creative problem-solving process
● Identify types of information to investigate and key questions to ask
● Write solid problem statements that clearly underlines the problem
● Successfully utilise idea generating tools, such as brainstorming, brainwriting, mind mapping and six thinking hats
● Developing a criterion to assess the solution to meet the needs and wants while considering the cost and benefits associated with each solution
● Perform final analysis or paired comparison analysis in selecting the optimal solution
● Identifying tasks and resources necessary to implement and monitor the progress of the solution
● Conduct post solution implementation checks to celebrate successes and identify improvement