Course Summary
This course teaches creative problem-solving techniques that can be applied to a wide range of challenges, from personal to professional. Through a series of exercises and activities, students will learn how to generate new ideas, evaluate them, and develop effective solutions.Key Learning Points
- Learn to identify and define problems in a creative way
- Develop the ability to generate new and innovative ideas
- Master techniques for evaluating and refining your ideas
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $100,000 - $150,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹18,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €60,000
- USA: $100,000 - $150,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹18,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €60,000
- USA: $80,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹8,00,000 - ₹15,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
- USA: $100,000 - $150,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹18,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €60,000
- USA: $80,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹8,00,000 - ₹15,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
- USA: $90,000 - $140,000
- India: ₹10,00,000 - ₹17,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €55,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a toolkit of creative problem-solving techniques
- Enhance your ability to generate and evaluate ideas
- Apply what you've learned to real-world challenges
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge or experience required
- Open-mindedness and willingness to experiment
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Design Thinking Fundamentals
- Innovation Management
Related Education Paths
- Stanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate
- Stanford Advanced Project Management Certificate
Related Books
Description
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.
Outline
- Introduction to the Course
- Welcome/Introduction
- Course Methods: Creative Skill Development
- Idea Generation: Brick Activity
- DSD General Introduction
- DSD 1 Eat introduction
- Critiquing and Making Improvements
- Brief tutorial on shooting pictures for the class
- Introduction - read this first
- The Creativity Crisis [ published in Newsweek 2010 ]
- #1: Newsweek
- Divergent and Convergent Thinking
- Divergent and Convergent Thinking
- Play and Creativity
- DSD 2: Child
- Steven JohnsonTED talk: Where Good Ideas Come From
- Steven Johnson - Where Good Ideas Come From
- Originality Development Engine #1 [do this each week]
- Creativity, Motivation and Observation
- Applying Divergent and Convergent Thinking
- Creativity and Motivation
- Mindmapping
- Beliefs, Habits, Skills and Knowledge
- Give Differently Introduction
- Attribute Listing: Observation and Application
- Bricolage + Exquisite Corpse as Creativity Techniques
- Chapter 1: Developing Creative Thinking Skills
- Originality Development Engine #2 [do this each week]
- Creativity and Observation
- Creativity and Motivation
- Brush Your Teeth
- Left Brain/Right Brain Thinking
- Top 10 Things About Creativity
- Moving Forward
- Conclusion
- Creativity Models and Theories
- An external evaluation of your creative lifestyle
- Creativity Resources and Tools
- Originality Development Engine #3 [do this each week] PC
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content is well-structured and easy to follow.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative lectures from experienced instructors.
- Provides practical tools and techniques for problem-solving in various contexts.
- Encourages creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Interactive assignments and quizzes keep learners engaged and motivated.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic or simplistic.
- Not all of the examples and case studies were relevant to their specific field or industry.
- Some technical issues with the Coursera platform or video lectures were reported.
- Limited opportunities for interaction with other learners or instructors.
- No official certification or credential offered upon completion of the course.
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