Sem 1 Week 2

Question 1

What is creativity?

Answer 1

The act of turning new and imaginative ideas into reality.
It is characterized by the ability to perceive the world in new ways; finding hidden patterns and connections between seemingly unrelated phenomena, to generate solutions.

Question 2

What does creativity involve?

Answer 2

Thinking and producing

Question 3

What are qualities of a creative person?

Answer 3

Curiosity, openness, risk tolerance, energy, fluency, flexibility and originality

Question 4

What three things do creative people combine to be creative?

Answer 4

Skills, expertise and motivation

Question 5

Which side of the brain is mostly used for thinking creatively?

Answer 5

Mostly the right brain but can also be influenced by the left brain.

Question 6

What are the obstacles and barriers to creativity?

Answer 6

Having conflicting goal and objectives, self-management, time-management, lack of stimulation, lack of resources, over-bounding the problem, perceptual blocks, emotional blocks, intellectual blocks, fear of criticism, lack of confidence and state of mind / body

Question 7

What is stereotyping

Answer 7

Limiting one’s thought process by relying on conventional or preconceived notions about ideas, problems, or solutions.

Question 8

In producing what should we have an awareness of?

Answer 8

our experiences from birth, influences of parents, schools, religions etc. How the outside world directs our attention. Degree of thinking skills developed e.g. training. Self imposed limits.

Question 9

What tools and methods should we use in producing?

Answer 9

The possibility system: Hypothesis ,speculate ,imagine; Use Edward de Bono’s “Six Thinking Hats”;
Various frameworks; Thought-showers; Mind Mapping, etc

Question 11

What are examples of tools used for producing?

Answer 11

Lateral thinking, thought showers, reversal, word association, analogy, creative excursions, Osborn’s checklist and Morphological analysis

Question 12

What methods are used for producing?

Answer 12

6-3-5 method, modeling, De Bono’s 6 thinking hats, TRIZ, random object, break the rules and draw it and give it a title.

Question 13

What are Bono’s six thinking hats?

Answer 13

1. White Hat: Focus on facts, data, and information.
2. Red Hat: Explore emotions, feelings, and intuition.
3. Black Hat: Identify potential problems, risks, and obstacles.
4. Yellow Hat: Look for benefits, optimism, and positive outcomes.
5. Green Hat: Think creatively, generate new ideas, and alternatives.
6. Blue Hat: Manage the thinking process, focus on organization and control.

Question 14

A framework for creativity & innovation

Answer 14

1. Identify the Problem or Opportunity:
   Clearly define the issue or the need for innovation.
2. Research & Insight Gathering:
   Gather relevant data, trends, and insights to inform the process.
3. Define Objectives:
   Set clear goals and criteria for what a successful solution should achieve.
4. Idea Generation:
   Use creative techniques like brainstorming, mind mapping, or lateral thinking to generate ideas.
5. Idea Refinement:
   Narrow down the ideas, and refine them by combining or improving.
6. Evaluate & Select Ideas:
   Analyze ideas for feasibility, impact, and alignment with objectives.
7. Prototyping:
   Create small-scale prototypes or models of the top ideas to test their viability.
8. Testing & Feedback:
   Test the prototypes, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.
9. Implementation:
   Develop a detailed plan to launch the solution, ensuring resources and timelines are managed.
10. Review & Iterate:
    After implementation, assess the results, learn from the outcomes, and refine the approach for future innovations.

Question 15

What is the framework for thought showers

Answer 15

1. Define the Problem/Goal:
   Clearly state the issue or objective to guide the session.
2. Encourage Free Thinking:
   Allow all ideas, even wild ones, without criticism or judgment.
3. Quantity over Quality:
   Focus on generating as many ideas as possible.
4. Build on Others’ Ideas:
   Encourage collaboration by expanding on or combining ideas.
5. Avoid Criticism:
   Create a positive environment where participants feel comfortable sharing ideas.
6. Capture Every Idea:
   Document all suggestions for later review and evaluation.
7. Refine & Evaluate Later:
   Once the session is over, review the ideas and select the most promising ones.

Question 16

What is thought swarming?

Answer 16

1. Collective Focus on a Problem:
   A group simultaneously explores a central problem or challenge.
2. Real-Time Idea Exchange:
   Participants quickly share ideas in rapid bursts, building on each other’s input.
3. Encourage Divergent Thinking:
   Push for varied perspectives and solutions from all group members.
4. Group Clustering of Ideas:
   Group similar ideas into clusters to identify themes or common threads.
5. Emergent Solutions:
   New and innovative solutions emerge from the dynamic exchange of thoughts.
6. Immediate Feedback & Refinement:
   Provide instant feedback on ideas to refine and adapt them in real-time.
7. Collaboration Over Hierarchy:
   Encourage equal participation from all members, regardless of rank or role.

Question 17

What is the framework for mind mapping?

Answer 17

1. Central Idea:
   Start with a main idea or concept in the center of the map.
2. Branching Topics:
   Create branches from the central idea, each representing a related subtopic.
3. Keywords & Phrases:
   Use short keywords or phrases on each branch to summarize ideas.
4. Use Images & Colors:
   Enhance understanding and memory by using colors, symbols, and images.
5. Explore Connections:
   Show relationships between ideas by linking different branches.
6. Foster Creativity:
   Mind mapping encourages free thinking and the exploration of new connections.
7. Visual Overview:
   Provides a clear, visual structure for organizing thoughts and information.

Question 18

What are the mindmap laws?

Answer 18

1. Start with a Central Image:
   Begin with a colorful and meaningful image representing the core topic.
2. Use Keywords Only:
   Stick to one keyword per branch to keep ideas concise and flexible.
3. Use Curved Lines:
   Create curved branches to make the mind map more engaging and less rigid.
4. Use Colors:
   Different colors stimulate the brain and help differentiate between ideas.
5. Connect Branches:
   Ensure all branches stem from the central image, reflecting a connected thought process.
6. Include Images and Symbols:
   Add images to enhance creativity and memory, as they are easier to recall than words.
7. Hierarchical Structure:
   Organize branches from general to specific to create a clear hierarchy of ideas.

Question 19

What is on Osborn’s checklist?

Answer 19

**1. Adapt:
Modify or adjust existing ideas to improve them.

**2. Modify:
Change aspects of the idea, such as size, shape, or color.

**3. Magnify:
Increase the scale, frequency, or intensity of the idea.

**4. Minimize:
Reduce the idea to its simplest form, or make it smaller.

**5. Substitute:
Replace a component of the idea with something else.

**6. Rearrange:
Change the order or layout of components to create a new perspective.

**7. Reverse:
Consider the opposite of the idea or think of doing the reverse action.

**8. Combine:
Merge two or more ideas to create a new concept.

Question 20

What is covered by morphological analysis?

Answer 20

1. Definition:
   A problem-solving technique used to explore all possible solutions by breaking down a system into its basic components (morphological variables).
2. Identify the Problem:
   Clearly define the problem or challenge to be addressed.
3. Determine Parameters:
   List the key parameters or dimensions related to the problem (e.g., features, functions).
4. Generate Options:
   For each parameter, brainstorm possible options or variations.
5. Create a Morphological Matrix:
   Organize parameters and their options into a matrix to visualize combinations.
6. Explore Combinations:
   Analyze different combinations of parameters and options to identify potential solutions.
7. Evaluate Solutions:
   Assess the feasibility, advantages, and disadvantages of the combinations generated.
8. Select Optimal Solution:
   Choose the most promising combination based on evaluation criteria.