TEC 830

Creative Problem Solving

Lesson Two

BASICS OF CREATIVITY / PROBLEM SOLVING

Lesson 2 is used to familiarize you with the basics of Creativity and Problem Solving. We will consider the importance of creative imagination in various situations such as person-to-person relationships, in the home, in school, in science, in industry and business. Creativity and problem-solving ability have been important in the past and will continue to be in the future. Many situations require the use of creative problem solving.

This lesson will emphasize the use of Creative Problem Solving as a technique for work and life applications that are of benefit to everyone involved.

Important Terms:

· Creativity

· Problem-Solving

· Design

· Innovation

· Invention

· Imagination

Brainstorming

· Storyboarding

· Divergent Thinking

Paradigm

References:

1. TEC 830 "Reference" list provided, particularly The Art and Science of Creativity by Kneller

2. Selected additional resources, particularly Internet resources

Assignment:

1. Prepare a brief paper (less than one page) on the topic "The Importance of

Creativity and Problem Solving in my Occupation."

2. Place the paper in your Portfolio and label it as "Lesson 2 - Creativity and Problem Solving."

3. Be prepared to share your perception of the importance of creativity and

problem solving in your occupation with the class during the online time.