Video: Creative Thinking: How To Increase The Dots To Connect

Age Group(s): Owlins (9-11); Owlets (12-14)

Hello, Teachers!

PREDICTION / BRAINSTORMING FOR STUDENTS
1. What does creativity mean to you? Is it only about art, or can it apply to other areas of life?
2. Can you think of a time when you solved a problem in an unusual or creative way? What was the situation, and how did you approach it?

WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN

1. The concept of creativity as a problem-solving skill
2. Different types of creative thinking (adaptive and innovative)
3. The importance of diverse perspectives in problem-solving
4. Strategies for cultivating and enhancing creativity
5. The value of trying new experiences to increase creativity

KEYWORDS

Creativity, problem-solving, adaptive thinking, innovative thinking, divergent thinking, convergent thinking, diversity, teamwork, experiential learning, perspective-taking, adaptability, innovation

A QUICK SUMMARY

The video transcript discusses the concept of creativity as a problem-solving skill that can be applied in various contexts. It begins with an example of creatively combining ingredients to make a meal, then explains different approaches to creative thinking, including adaptive and innovative methods. The transcript also covers the benefits of diverse teams in problem- solving and provides suggestions for enhancing personal creativity through new experiences.

As we introduce this year’s theme of “Analytical Thinking: Navigating Complexity”, through this video, it’s important for your students to engage with both the transcript and the visuals. The transcript provides key information, while the visuals enhance understanding and provide more information by illustrating concepts and adding context!