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4-The Creative Problem Solving Model
4-The Creative Problem Solving Model
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Outcomes
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Lou Holtz’s conclusion
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NO!!!!
Lou Holtz’s conclusion
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OK, it’s time to tell everyone…
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Creative problem solving metaphor
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
Problem
definition
Solution
Idea generation
implementation
Idea Idea
judgment synthesis
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
C, D - Explorer
A, B - Detective
Solution
Idea generation
implementation
Idea Idea
judgment synthesis
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
C, D - Explorer
A, B - Detective
Solution C, D - Artist
implementation
Idea Idea
judgment synthesis
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
C, D - Explorer
A, B - Detective
Solution C, D - Artist
implementation
Idea D, A - Engineer
judgment
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
C, D - Explorer
A, B - Detective
Solution C, D - Artist
implementation
A, B - Judge D, A - Engineer
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Outline of creative problem solving steps
C, D - Explorer
A, B - Detective
B, C - Producer C, D - Artist
A, B - Judge D, A - Engineer
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What-if exercise
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What-if exercise
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What if ?
Detective
Explorer
Engineer
Artist
Judge
Producer
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PROBLEM DEFINITION
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Creative problem solving metaphor
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Explorer – Divergent thinking
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Tools and techniques and for explorers
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Detective – Convergent thinking
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Tools and techniques and for detectives
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How to complete the problem definition phase
1. Resource assessment
• Is the problem an emergency?
• How much time available for problem solving
• Who is available to help you?
• What about finance?
• What is your budget?
2. Briefing document
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How to complete the problem definition phase
1. Resource assessment
2. Briefing document
3. Problem definition statement
4. Incubation and collective notebook
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Contents of the briefing document
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Positive problem definition
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IDEA GENERATION
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Creative problem solving metaphor
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Brainstorm – storm of ideas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEusrD8g-dM
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Artist
Information Idea
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FOUR rules of brainstorming
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Preparation for brainstorming
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Creativity encouraged environment
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Brainstorming process
1. Briefing
2. Review rules and required mindset
3. Explain the procedure
4. Warm-up exercise
5. Brainstorming
6. Close
7. Dismissal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QS3GQSgr4KE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAidvTKX6xM
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Other brainstorming methods
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High-tech (electronic) brainstorming
• IdeaFisher
• MindManager Pro 6
• Imagination 8
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Do it RIGHT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9K8W4ooygUU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAidvTKX6xM
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IDEA EVALUATION
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Creative problem solving metaphor
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Engineer
• Categorize
• Mesh
• Develop
• Improve
• Synthesize
• Force-fit
• Generate additional creative ideas
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FOUR rules of creative idea evaluation
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Time and preparation
1 day delay
Post-it notes with ideas and ID number
Blank cards
Pens in different colors
Paper clips
Rubber bands
Flip chart
Markers
Masking tape
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Creative idea evaluation process
STOP!
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Judge
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Techniques for idea judgment
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Decision making
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SOLUTION IMPLEMENTATION
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Creative problem solving metaphor
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Producer
Manager who is
Courageous
Optimistic
Good communicators
Whole brain
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Work plan
Answer:
Who, what, when, where, why and how
Cost budgets and time schedules
Prevention of possible failure
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Monitor the implementation
https://d2pq0u4uni88oo.cloudfront.net/projects/747306
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