LAP: QS-005

Objectives Describe what it takes to be creative.Apply the process of creative thinking.

Describe what it takes to be creative. Objective

is the ability to generate unique ideas, approaches, and solutions. Creativity is only useful when it’s put into action.

is not the same as Problem solving Generating ideas Intelligence

 Curiosity Characteristics ofPeople  Confidence  Willingness to take a risk  Ability to grow from criticism  Persistence in finishing a task  Courage to stand out from the crowd  Motivation from within

To Use Creativity …  You must be motivated to achieve.  You must be able to use knowledge.  You must be able to apply creative-thinking skills.

Barriers to creative thinking: Develop Your Creativity Thinking you know it all Thinking the same old way

What influences creativity? Negative thoughts negatively influence creativity. Positive thoughts positively influence creativity.

 Collect ideas regularly.  Learn to use all of your senses.  Study creative role models.  Adopt a good attitude.  Adjust your environment.  Play as if you’re a kid.

Put unrelated ideas together. Think outside the box! Think differently than you’re used to thinking.

Apply the process of creative thinking. Objective

Pinpoint the question. The Creative-Thinking Process Gather information. Set the question aside for a while. Welcome your own creative insight. Find out if the answer works.

Waiting for an Answer Creative-thinking assignment Marielle’s approach Vonda’s approach What’s the difference? Truancy assignment Case-Oriented Activity

MarkED Acknowledgments Original Developers Lelia Ventling and Mary C. Hollaway, MarkED Version 1.0 Copyright  2006 MarkED Resource Center

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