Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making
Presenting My
Marwa Agha
INDEX
Introduction
Five Steps of Creative Problem Solving
Learning objectives
Techniques for Creative Problem Solving
Scavenger hunts Game
Decision Making
Conclusion
Creative Decision Making
Jemes Bond Game
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Learning Outcome
- Build and expand decision making, critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
- Apply logical and creative approaches to solving problems and making decisions.
- Employ creativity and lateral thinking as business tools.
- Analyze and solve actual problems facing them at work.
- Develop creative approaches to problem solving and decision making
Introduction
- Definition of creative problem solving
- Importance of creative problem solving and decision making
Definition of creative problem solving
Creative problem solving is a process of approaching problems and challenges in a non-traditional way that encourages innovative thinking, flexibility, and openness to new ideas. In creative problem solving, individuals and teams are encouraged to think outside the box and generate new and innovative solutions to problems.
key elements of the creative problem-solving process:
1- Problem identification: The first step in creative problem solving is to identify the problem or challenge that needs to be solved. This involves defining the problem, gathering information, and understanding the context and stakeholders involved.
2- Idea generation: The second step is to generate as many ideas as possible to address the problem. This involves brainstorming, mind mapping, and other creative techniques to generate a wide range of ideas and possibilities.
key elements of the creative problem-solving process:
3- Idea selection: The third step is to evaluate and select the best ideas from the pool of generated ideas. This involves considering the feasibility, impact, and potential risks associated with each idea. 4- Implementation: The fourth step is to plan and implement the chosen solution. This involves creating a plan of action, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure that the solution is implemented successfully.
Benefits of creative problem solving
- Innovation: Creative problem solving encourages individuals and teams to think outside the box and generate new and innovative solutions to problems.
- Flexibility: Creative problem solving allows individuals and teams to adapt to changing circumstances and find new ways of approaching problems.
- Collaboration: Creative problem solving encourages collaboration and teamwork, as individuals bring their unique perspectives and ideas to the problem-solving process.
- Improved decision making: Creative problem solving helps individuals and teams make better decisions by considering a wider range of options and evaluating potential risks and benefits.
- Increased confidence: Creative problem solving can increase confidence and self-esteem, as individuals and teams successfully solve complex problems and overcome challenges.
Techniques for Creative Problem Solving
Brainstorming
SWOT analysis
Mind mapping
Six Thinking Hats
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Six Thinking Hats technique
White Hat: This hat represents objective and factual thinking. When wearing the white hat, you focus on gathering and analyzing information, looking for facts, figures, and data that are relevant to the problem or decision.
Red Hat: The red hat represents emotional thinking. When wearing the red hat, you consider your own feelings and the emotions of others, as well as any intuitive or gut reactions you have to the problem or decision
Black Hat The black hat represents critical thinking. When wearing the black hat, you look for potential problems, risks, and negative outcomes associated with the problem or decision. You identify weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Yellow Hat: The yellow hat represents optimistic thinking. When wearing the yellow hat, you look for potential benefits and positive outcomes associated with the problem or decision. You identify strengths and areas that are working well.
Green Hat: The green hat represents creative thinking. When wearing the green hat, you generate new ideas, explore different possibilities, and think outside the box. You focus on finding innovative solutions to the problem or decision.
Blue Hat The blue hat represents meta-cognitive thinking. When wearing the blue hat, you take a step back and think about the thinking process itself. You focus on managing the thinking process, setting agendas, and planning next steps.
How can the Six Thinking Hats technique be applied in a business setting
During a brainstorming session, each participant can be assigned a different thinking hat to encourage a diverse range of ideas and perspectives. For example, one person may wear the green hat and generate creative ideas, while another person wears the black hat and identifies potential problems with those ideas.
Brainstorming:
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be used to help a team make a decision by systematically considering different aspects of the decision. For example, the team may start by wearing the white hat and gathering all the relevant information, then wear the black hat to identify potential risks, followed by the yellow hat to identify potential benefits, and so on
Decision-making:
How can the Six Thinking Hats technique be applied in a business setting
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be useful in identifying the root cause of a problem and generating potential solutions. Each participant can wear a different hat to approach the problem from a different perspective. For example, one person might wear the red hat to consider the emotions involved in the problem, while another person wears the green hat to generate creative solutions
Problem-solving: :
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be used by a meeting facilitator to ensure that all perspectives are considered during a meeting. The facilitator can assign different hats to each participant and encourage them to contribute from that perspective.
Meeting facilitation:
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Steps in the decision-making process
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Definition of decision making
Decision making is the process of choosing between different options or courses of action based on a set of criteria or objectives. It is a fundamental skill that we use every day, from deciding what to eat for breakfast to making major life choices like choosing a career or a life partner
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- Strategic decisions
- Tactical decisions
- Operational decisions
- Programmed decisions
- Individual decisions
- Group decisions
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Steps in the decision-making process
- Identifying the problem or decision to be made: This involves clearly defining the problem or situation that requires a decision.
- Gathering information: This involves researching and gathering relevant information about the problem or decision, including any potential options or solutions.
- Considering alternatives: This involves weighing the pros and cons of each potential option or solution, and considering any potential risks or consequences.
- Making the decision: This involves selecting the best option or solution based on the information and analysis conducted in the previous steps.
- Taking action: This involves implementing the decision and taking any necessary steps to put it into effect
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Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making
Presenting My
Marwa Agha
INDEX
Introduction
Five Steps of Creative Problem Solving
Learning objectives
Techniques for Creative Problem Solving
Scavenger hunts Game
Decision Making
Conclusion
Creative Decision Making
Jemes Bond Game
11
12
10
Learning Outcome
Introduction
Definition of creative problem solving
Creative problem solving is a process of approaching problems and challenges in a non-traditional way that encourages innovative thinking, flexibility, and openness to new ideas. In creative problem solving, individuals and teams are encouraged to think outside the box and generate new and innovative solutions to problems.
key elements of the creative problem-solving process:
1- Problem identification: The first step in creative problem solving is to identify the problem or challenge that needs to be solved. This involves defining the problem, gathering information, and understanding the context and stakeholders involved. 2- Idea generation: The second step is to generate as many ideas as possible to address the problem. This involves brainstorming, mind mapping, and other creative techniques to generate a wide range of ideas and possibilities.
key elements of the creative problem-solving process:
3- Idea selection: The third step is to evaluate and select the best ideas from the pool of generated ideas. This involves considering the feasibility, impact, and potential risks associated with each idea. 4- Implementation: The fourth step is to plan and implement the chosen solution. This involves creating a plan of action, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure that the solution is implemented successfully.
Benefits of creative problem solving
Techniques for Creative Problem Solving
Brainstorming
SWOT analysis
Mind mapping
Six Thinking Hats
SCAMPER
Six Thinking Hats technique
White Hat: This hat represents objective and factual thinking. When wearing the white hat, you focus on gathering and analyzing information, looking for facts, figures, and data that are relevant to the problem or decision.
Red Hat: The red hat represents emotional thinking. When wearing the red hat, you consider your own feelings and the emotions of others, as well as any intuitive or gut reactions you have to the problem or decision
Black Hat The black hat represents critical thinking. When wearing the black hat, you look for potential problems, risks, and negative outcomes associated with the problem or decision. You identify weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Yellow Hat: The yellow hat represents optimistic thinking. When wearing the yellow hat, you look for potential benefits and positive outcomes associated with the problem or decision. You identify strengths and areas that are working well.
Green Hat: The green hat represents creative thinking. When wearing the green hat, you generate new ideas, explore different possibilities, and think outside the box. You focus on finding innovative solutions to the problem or decision.
Blue Hat The blue hat represents meta-cognitive thinking. When wearing the blue hat, you take a step back and think about the thinking process itself. You focus on managing the thinking process, setting agendas, and planning next steps.
How can the Six Thinking Hats technique be applied in a business setting
During a brainstorming session, each participant can be assigned a different thinking hat to encourage a diverse range of ideas and perspectives. For example, one person may wear the green hat and generate creative ideas, while another person wears the black hat and identifies potential problems with those ideas.
Brainstorming:
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be used to help a team make a decision by systematically considering different aspects of the decision. For example, the team may start by wearing the white hat and gathering all the relevant information, then wear the black hat to identify potential risks, followed by the yellow hat to identify potential benefits, and so on
Decision-making:
How can the Six Thinking Hats technique be applied in a business setting
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be useful in identifying the root cause of a problem and generating potential solutions. Each participant can wear a different hat to approach the problem from a different perspective. For example, one person might wear the red hat to consider the emotions involved in the problem, while another person wears the green hat to generate creative solutions
Problem-solving: :
The Six Thinking Hats technique can be used by a meeting facilitator to ensure that all perspectives are considered during a meeting. The facilitator can assign different hats to each participant and encourage them to contribute from that perspective.
Meeting facilitation:
Game Time
Decision Making
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Definition of decision making
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Types of decisions
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Steps in the decision-making process
Decision Making
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Definition of decision making
Decision making is the process of choosing between different options or courses of action based on a set of criteria or objectives. It is a fundamental skill that we use every day, from deciding what to eat for breakfast to making major life choices like choosing a career or a life partner
Decision Making
Types of decisions
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Decision Making
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Steps in the decision-making process
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