Online Class: Creative Thinking Skills

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12Lessons
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18Exams &
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1,739Students
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5Hours
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0.5CEUs
Course Description
"The Creativity Catalyst: Unleashing the Power Within"
In every individual lies an untapped reservoir of creativity, a latent force that, when harnessed, has the potential to bring about monumental change. Whether you're an artist sketching masterpieces, a business professional cracking market dynamics, or a scientist on the cusp of a breakthrough, creativity is the catalyst that propels you towards innovation and excellence. "The Creativity Catalyst" is a meticulously crafted course designed to awaken and amplify this dormant force in individuals across diverse fields and endeavors.
Delve into the Creativity Odyssey:
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A Multifaceted Muse: Traverse through the course's 11 riveting lessons that dissect and delve into creativity, illuminating its facets and nuances, and making the abstract tangible.
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A Toolkit for Innovation: Equip yourself with an arsenal of creative tools. From brainstorming techniques to mental frameworks, discover and master the means to channelize your innate creativity.
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Diverse Perspectives on Creativity: Journey beyond the conventional and dive deep into vertical and lateral thinking. Grasp their principles, learn their applications, and recognize when to employ each for maximum impact.
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Synthesizing Sensibilities: Marry the realms of observation, imagination, and abstraction. Understand how patterns emerge, the power of analogies, and the magic of intuitive body thinking.
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Emotional Intelligence in Creativity: Explore the profound intersections of aesthetics and empathy. Learn how resonating with emotions can amplify your creative outputs.
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A Rational Rendezvous: While creativity might seem whimsical, the course skillfully integrates the essence of logic and reason, demonstrating their symbiotic relationship in the world of innovative thinking.
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Reinforcement Through Recollection: As you progress, engage with strategically designed quizzes. These not only bolster retention but also ensure a deep-rooted understanding of the myriad concepts.
At the culmination of this course, you will emerge not just as someone who understands creativity but as a beacon of innovation. You'll be equipped with a profound toolkit, brimming with processes and techniques that will elevate your personal and professional endeavors.
Why "The Creativity Catalyst?"
There's an ocean of courses and resources out there, but what sets "The Creativity Catalyst" apart is its holistic approach. It doesn't just teach; it transforms. It's not just a guide; it's a mentor. By the end of your journey, creativity won't be an abstract concept but a tangible skill, an intrinsic part of your persona.
So, are you ready to embark on this transformative journey? To not only find but unleash the boundless creativity within you? Step into the world of "The Creativity Catalyst" and watch as the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Embrace the change, become the catalyst, and let your creativity redefine boundaries. Join us, and together, let's sculpt a future where creativity isn't just a trait, but a way of life.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Cultivating Your Innate Creative Potential
Lesson 1 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-HomeWork-18286.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
Assessment: Exam 1
Lesson 2. Exploring Creative Depths: Embracing Risk, Imagination, and Interaction
Lesson 2 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WorkSheet-18288.pdf
Assessment: Exam 2
Lesson 3. Vertical Thinking: Logic Meets Creativity
Lesson 3 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-HomeWork-18290.pdf
Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
Assessment: Exam 3
Lesson 4. Beyond the Mundane: Embracing Cognitive Adventures
Lesson 4 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Downloadable-18292.pdf
Assessment: Exam 4
Lesson 5. A Dive into Creative Problem-Solving Techniques
Lesson 5 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-StudyGuide-18293.pdf
Complete: Lesson 5 Activity
Assessment: Exam 5
Lesson 6. Unleashing Creativity: Diverse Methods for Idea Generation
Lesson 6 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-Activity-18294.pdf
Complete: Lesson 6 Activity
Assessment: Exam 6
Lesson 7. From Observation to Abstraction: The Journey of Creativity
Lesson 7 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-StudyGuide-18295.pdf
Assessment: Exam 7
Lesson 8. Unlocking Human Creativity: The Role of Patterns, Analogies, and Embodiment
Lesson 8 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-StudyGuide-18297.pdf
Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
Assessment: Exam 8
Lesson 9. The Intersection of Empathy, Analysis, and Emulation
Lesson 9 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Downloadable-18299.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
Assessment: Exam 9
Lesson 10. Creative Alchemy: Play, Transform, Synthesize
Lesson 10 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-Downloadable-18300.pdf
Assessment: Exam 10
Lesson 11. The Brick Test and Beyond: Understanding Creative Capacity
Lesson 11 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-WorkSheet-18302.pdf
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Exam 11
Lesson 12. Exploring the Complexities of Creativity Measurement
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-WorkSheet-18304.pdf
Complete: Lesson 12 Activity
Learning Outcomes
- Apply techniques such as mind mapping and SCAMPER to a real-world problem, demonstrating enhanced personal creativity and problem-solving capabilities.
- Define personal creativity and describe its role in various professional industries by providing specific examples of innovation-driven growth.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate emotional intelligence into creative processes by reflecting on personal experiences and emotions in problem-solving or artistic expressions.
- Describe how actively engaging the five senses can enhance creative thinking by observing the environment for sources of inspiration.
- Describe how vertical thinking employs systematic logic and precision to build coherent solutions in problem-solving scenarios.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of integrating vertical and lateral thinking for innovative decision-making in various professional contexts.
- Define and apply the principles of lateral thinking to generate innovative solutions beyond conventional problem-solving methods.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate lateral and vertical thinking strategies for a comprehensive approach to complex problem-solving scenarios.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply SCAMPER techniques by generating at least three innovative solutions for a given problem.
- Utilize Mind Mapping to visually organize and connect at least five ideas related to a specific topic, highlighting potential patterns and relationships.
- Facilitate equal participation and idea generation within a group using the Round Robin method, ensuring diverse perspectives are considered in the decision-making process.
- Identify and analyze the root causes of a problem using the 'Mind of the Enemy' technique, demonstrating a shift in perspective that reveals new opportunities for innovation.
- Define the roles of observing, imagining, and abstracting in enhancing personal creativity and their application in creative projects.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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Student Testimonials
- "What a wonderful class that can really open up the minds of people that just need a little PULL to their creative side." -- Jim B.
- "I found this course very helpful and interesting. It was well organised and I found the practical examples very helpful in understanding the more complex aspects that were being taught. I also liked that it showed a practical understanding of the application of the different approaches; for example, don't set aside play time for a team that is under resource and time pressure. Thank you!" -- Claire R.
- "Interesting ideas. Appreciated the different ways of thinking." -- Sharon M.
- "it was very helpful in learning how to use different thinking strategies in my life." -- Corionna L.
- "This was helpful in giving unique ways to look at and measure creativity." -- Adriana Z.
- "The course was good, it took some time to understand the work but I enjoyed it." -- Amber W.
- "I enjoyed participating in this course greatly. Thank you." -- Kolleen D.
- "This class was very helpful." -- Chris M.
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