Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives
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Approx. 30 hours to complete
Course Summary
Unlock your creativity and learn how to generate innovative ideas with the Creativity Toolkit 1 course on Coursera.Key Learning Points
- Discover techniques for generating new ideas and ways to approach problems creatively
- Learn how to overcome common creative blocks and unleash your creativity
- Practice your skills through hands-on assignments and projects
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a toolkit of techniques for generating new ideas
- Learn how to approach problems creatively and overcome creative blocks
- Apply your skills to real-world challenges and projects
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior experience required
- Willingness to experiment and try new approaches
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video lectures
- Hands-on projects
Similar Courses
- Creative Problem Solving
- Ideation: The Birth of Great Ideas
- Design Thinking for Innovation
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Edward de Bono
- Scott Belsky
Related Books
Description
Thinking and doing the same things faster and better is not enough for innovation; we need creativity. Fortunately, creativity is a skill you can learn. This course will examine when, why, and how you can be creative so you can go through the creative process more efficiently and effectively. It teaches concrete steps to enable you to change your perspective to see new possibilities and solutions. It clarifies what to expect from the creative process and provides support for how you can sustain your progress. It also provides guidance on leading a supportive culture for creativity. The result is an ability to increase your own creativity and that of your teams and organizations so as to recognize and develop new opportunities.
Outline
- Course Orientation
- Welcome to Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives!
- Meet Professors Loewenstein & Goncalo
- Learn on Your Terms
- Syllabus
- ePub
- About the Discussion Forums
- Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
- Updating Your Profile
- Orientation Quiz
- Module 1: Being Creative
- Creativity is a Core Leadership Skill
- Creativity is a Skill You Can Learn
- The Creative Process
- Knowledge, Stories, and Perspectives
- Using, Adding To, Changing, and Building Perspectives
- Separating Stories from Perspectives
- What Puts Us On the Road to Creativity?
- The Impasse Cue
- The Dissatisfaction Cue
- The Surprise Cue
- The Crosstalk Cue
- Like this course? Learn more with the iMBA! (Optional)
- Module 1 Overview
- Module 1 Readings and Resources
- Lesson 1-1 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 1-2 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 1-3 Practice Quiz
- Module 1 Quiz
- Module 2: Raw Materials, Tools, and End Products
- Ideas and Perspectives
- PAGES Exercise
- PAGES Exercise Continued
- More PAGES
- Insights
- Inventions
- Enlightenments
- Analogy
- Re-categorization
- Combination
- Association
- Module 2 Overview
- Module 2 Readings and Resources
- Lesson 2-1 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 2-2 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 2-3.1 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 2-3.2 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 2-3.3 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 2-3.4 Practice Quiz
- Module 2 Quiz
- Module 3: The Creative Journey
- Creativity is a Journey
- Reality of Rejection
- Why Persist?
- Intrinsic Motivation: Interview with Michael Williamson
- Module 3 Overview
- Module 3 Readings and Resources
- Lesson 3-1 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 3-2 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 3-3 Practice Quiz
- Module 3 Quiz
- Module 4 Supporting Creativity
- Lesson 4-1.1 Module 4 Introduction
- Lesson 4-1.1a Lesson 1 Introduction
- Lesson 4-1.1b Fixed and Growth Mindsets
- Lesson 4-1.1c Tight and Loose Cultures
- Lesson 4-1.1d Creative Culture
- Lesson 4-1.2a Creativity Together
- Lesson 4-1.2b The Challenge of Being Open
- Lesson 4-1.2c Respect and Listening
- Lesson 4-1.2d Candid Task Discussions
- Lesson 4-1.2e Playful Experimentation
- Lesson 4-1.2f Seeking New Voices
- Lesson 4-1.2g Seeking New Solutions
- Lesson 4-2.1a Cultivating, Not Gatekeeping
- Lesson 4-2.1b Feedback as Marking Progress
- Lesson 4-2.1c Feedback as an Opportunity to Listen
- Lesson 4-2.1d Don't Wait to Receive Ideas
- Lesson 4-2.2a Motivation to Be Creative
- Lesson 4-2.2b Extrinsic Motivations for Creativity
- Lesson 4-2.2c Monetary Rewards
- Lesson 4-2.3a External Factors and Sources That Can Impact Creativity Part 1
- Lesson 4-2.3b External Factors and Sources That Can Impact Creativity Part 2
- Lesson 4-2.4 Lesson Wrap Up
- Lesson 4-3.1 Lesson Introduction
- Lesson 4-3.1a Physical Environment Introduction
- Lesson 4-3.2 Color
- Lesson 4-3.3 Lighting
- Lesson 4-3.4 Spaciousness
- Lesson 4-3.5 Playfulness
- Lesson 4-3 Wrap Up
- Module 4 Wrap-Up
- Gies Online Programs
- Module 4 Overview
- Module 4 Readings and Resources
- Congratulations!
- Get Your Course Certificate
- Lesson 4-1.1a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.1b Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.1c Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2b Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2c Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2d Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2e Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-1.2f Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.1a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.1b Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.1c Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.1d Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.2a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.2b Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.2c Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-2.3a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-3.1a Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-3.2 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-3.3 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-3.4 Practice Quiz
- Lesson 4-3.5 Practice Quiz
- Module 4 Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Learn how to boost your creativity with the Creativity Toolkit 1 course on Coursera. Users have rated this course highly, praising its interactive approach to learning. One key aspect that many users appreciated is the practical exercises that help them apply the concepts learned in the course to real-world scenarios.Pros from User Reviews
- Interactive and engaging course materials
- Practical exercises that help users apply concepts to real-world scenarios
- Clear and concise instruction
- Flexible scheduling and self-paced learning
- Helpful feedback from instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt that the course content could have been more challenging
- A few users experienced technical difficulties with the online platform
- Not all users found the course to be relevant to their specific field or interests
- Limited interaction with other students
- No official certification or credential offered upon completion
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