: This course looks at spurring creativity and innovation in teams and organizations. Drawing on the latest academic thinking, it outlines the key factors for creative teams.
Further, the course focuses on tools and techniques designed to yield more productive thinking in collective settings. Participants learn about a number of targeted tools (including brainstorming, Discussion 66, Provocation, and others) to generate fresh thinking in smaller group settings and in their organizations.
: This course has a "Mentor Expert" helpdesk feature. Learners have the ability to submit questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying.
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Lesson 1
Module 1: Introduction to Creativity and Innovation in Teams
Explores the foundations of creativity and innovation and their importance in modern organizational and team success.
Module 2: Drivers of Creative Collaboration
Examines the key factors that influence creativity in groups, including culture, communication, and psychological safety.
Module 3: Creative Thinking Frameworks and Models
Introduces established frameworks and models that support structured creative and innovative thinking.
Module 4: Tools and Techniques for Idea Generation
Focuses on practical methods such as brainstorming, mind mapping, and other ideation techniques to stimulate creativity.
Module 5: Facilitating Innovation in Group Settings
Explores strategies for guiding teams through collaborative problem-solving and innovation processes.
Module 6: Applying Creativity to Real-World Challenges
Engages learners in applying creative and innovative thinking tools to solve practical organizational problems.
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