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Evidence-based Creativity Methods

Evidence-based Creativity Methods

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Description

Creativity serves as the fundamental bedrock of innovative processes. In this seminar, we delve into the social and psychological underpinnings that foster creative behaviors. Our exploration encompasses the development and critical assessment of techniques and instruments designed to stimulate the generation and appraisal of novel, utilitarian ideas. We place a distinctive emphasis on methods underscored by scientific rigor and substantiated by empirical evidence. Throughout our seminars, we will be integrating a range of methodologies such as Design Thinking, Prototyping, Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and many more.

Study format
Online
Application period
19 September – 25 November 2023
Study period
6 December 2023 – 22 January 2024
Credits
2 ECTS
Pace
60%
Hosting university
Hamburg University of Technology
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Learning outcomes

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the psychological principles for creative behaviour

Students will achieve proficiency in the use of evidence-based techniques for enhancing creativity and innovation. They will cultivate a creative mindset and gain expertise in problem-solving by identifying, reframing, and addressing challenges in innovative ways. They will also enhance presentation and communication skills, particularly in explaining complex concepts and methodologies, defending chosen strategies, and engaging in meaningful discussions. On top of that. students will demonstrate an ability to present and explain various methods of innovation effectively and coherently.

ESCO SKILLS

Manage personal professional developmentThink analytically

Apply the learned innovation methodologies to specific problem

showcasing the practical application of theoretical concepts. Students will develop competencies in designing and customizing innovative methodologies tailored to address distinct challenges. They will also show competency in bridging theory and practice by applying learned innovation methods to real-world challenges, thereby gaining a practical understanding of the concepts. Additionally, students will develop skills in analyzing and synthesizing scientific research related to creativity, leading to a broader and deeper understanding of the field. On top of that, they will demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate different approaches and methodologies related to creativity and innovation, focusing on their strengths limitations and suitable application contents.

ESCO SKILLS

Think analyticallySolving problemsEvaluate data, information and digital contentAssist community

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Critical and innovative thinking

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Problem solving
Generate ideas
Innovative thinking
Creative thinking
Ability to learn
Conscientiousness
Competence

Media and information literacy

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Understanding and analysing numerical and statistical information
Digital competence
Analysing and evaluating media content
Locating and accessing information
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Resilient communities

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Universal access to services
Quality of life in cities and communities
Resource-efficient systems
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Information

Creativity is the basis of innovation processes. In this seminar, we study the social and psychological basics of creative behavior, develop and review methods and tools that support the generation and evaluation of new and useful ideas. There is a special focus on methods that are scientifically sound and evidence-based.

Throughout our seminars, we will be integrating a range of methodologies, including but not limited to:

  • Market Opportunity Navigator
  • Design Thinking
  • Brainstorming
  • Lead User Method
  • Prototyping and MVP
  • A/B testing
  • Value Lab
  • Contradiction analysis
  • Serendipity engineering

Hosting university

Hamburg University of Technology

Hamburg University of Technology