IGE 3500 - The Creative Process: Theory and Practice (3)

Explores interdisciplinary theories of human creativity and the creative process and practical tools for generating innovative ideas. Looks at principal research and theories on how creativity can make us more innovative whatever our chosen field. Encourages practical experience in generating and developing new ideas in group and individual settings through in-class exercises and outside assignments. Examines the lives of highly innovative thinkers in various fields to determine the individual traits and environmental conditions that stimulate ground-breaking work, as well as how to set up an environment conducive to your and others’ creativity.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A, and any two in lower division area C (if credit is for C3) or any two in lower division area D (if credit is for D4).
GE Area(s): C3, D4
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once