Problem solving through creativity

Scenario
Problem solving through creativity
The Learning Challenge – Narative
The challenge for educators is the needs and expectations of the new generation. To be successful, you need to be able to make quick decisions, think creatively and unconventionally, notice and explore new opportunities. Sometimes time-tested methods are ineffective and unattractive to the new generation. Creative thinking, “outside the box” motivates learners, encourages their activity.

Solving the Problem: Activities for Learning Groups

Activity 1

Title of activity

Outside the box

Working on the activity – Suggestions

If you do tomorrow what you did today, you will get tomorrow what you got today
Lateral thinking can be used for generation of new ideas and problem solving as it by definition leaves the already-used behind and looks for completely new options. This type of thinking is based on avoiding the intrinsic limitations in the brain, which rapidly sees patterns and handles information in a distinctive way, where long thought sequences are not broken up once formed. Instead, lateral thinking tools and techniques can be used to restructure and escape such “clichéd” patterns and think “outside the box”. Activities can be carried out individually or in small groups (each student or group receives the same items; they have to write down as many non-traditional uses of the item as possible in a short fixed time). Groups publish their ideas. Unique, non-repetitive uses are emphasized and discussed.

Activity 2

Title of activity

Strange glasses

Working on the activity – Suggestions

The main goal of the activity is to develop the ability to perform certain roles that are not typical of the student. They need to empathize with the situation and start thinking and debating like their “hero,” that is, looking at the problem through stranger’s glasses.
The activity involves every participant, which is very suitable for the examination of topical issues that cause resonance in the society.

Solving the Problem: Self-reflection (educator’s reflection)

Reflecting on the Problem
Solving measures taken to overcome the challenge Creative thinking is very important in all areas of human life. Success is not determined by a large amount of knowledge, but by an unconventional approach and the ability to take advantage of the situation flexibly.

Reflecting on the changes in the group dynamics
Creativity-enhancing activities are the driving force behind each group of learners. Unleashed creativity encourages motivation, activity and progress.

Reflecting on personal change Creative activities have a positive effect on every learner. They encourage the use of more creative tasks in the teaching process, creating a positive environment.

Points for Discussion with your Organisation

Suitable for use in developing strategic plans, planning events, preparing new projects

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