Intuition and Creativity in InnovationsLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

During this study period we will be looking for answers to these fascinating questions:
Are humans born creative? Is it possible to raise people to be creative? What do we know about creativity through the perspectives of normal and abnormal development? How can we foster creativity? Is there a link between creativity and madness? What is intuitive thinking and what is the meaning of intuition in processes of creativity? How can we develop intuitive skills? How can we recognize and develop our own intuition? What is known of the connections between intuition, creativity and innovation? The student becomes more aware of the role of intuitive knowledge in decision making. The student is able to support creative problem solving and innovation through some of the basic techniques.

Content

- Intuitive knowledge
- Creativity, creative problem solving
- Connections between creative innovation and intuition
- After the introduction (see: objectives), students may focus on a subtheme of their liking.
- Exercises on intuition and developing creativity will also be performed during the study period

Qualifications

No prior requirements.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students are capable of using the appropriate core concepts as well as making choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognize the prerequisites and consequences of their actions.

The students's actions pertain to the rules and instructions given, and they perform using the working methods in an appropriate and safe manner.

Students are capable of working according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as members of a group.

Further information

All Metropolia students are welcome regardless of degree programmes or prior knowledge on the subject. The study period is aimed at everyone, who is interested in finding answers to the questions listed in the objective.