Online Class: Innovative Thinking Skills

Unleash the untapped potential of your mind with 'Innovative Thinking,' a course designed to transform the way you approach challenges and drive innovation in personal and professional realms. By understanding the nature of innovation and confronting internal roadblocks, you'll be equipped to lead change, nurture creativity, and redefine success.
Self-Paced, Online Class
Nahant Public Library
 
  • 12
    Lessons
  • 26
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Unleashing Your Creative Genius: The "Innovative Thinking" Odyssey

Step into the vibrant universe of "Innovative Thinking," a transformative course curated meticulously to unfurl the boundless power of your mind. We beckon you to a universe where convention meets creativity, where boundaries blur to birth brilliance. Over an immersive twelve-lesson journey, we challenge you to dismantle the familiar and embrace the extraordinary.

Every groundbreaking idea, every revolutionary product, and every industry-shifting service began as a flicker of thought in an imaginative mind. With "Innovative Thinking," we empower you to be the mastermind behind tomorrow's innovations.

Here's a glimpse of what awaits:

  1. The Innovation Landscape: Embark on a panoramic tour of the vast and varied world of innovation. Understand its multifaceted nature, from incremental changes to disruptive shifts.

  2. Innovation Ecosystems: Dive deep into what makes organizations breeding grounds for pioneering ideas. As a leader, be the torchbearer who illuminates the path to a culture that values and nurtures innovation.

  3. The Roadblocks Within: Often, the most formidable barriers to innovation are internal. Confront and conquer personal inhibitors that stifle creativity, ensuring you’re consistently at your innovative best.

  4. A Leader's Guide: Learn to infuse your leadership with an innovative spirit. Guide your teams, stimulate groundbreaking ideas, and build an environment where creativity is the norm, not the exception.

  5. Self-Discovery and Empowerment: Tap into the reservoir of your innate strengths, refining them to amplify your innovative capabilities. Discover pathways that resonate with your passion and drive.

  6. Innovation as a Way of Life: Innovation isn't just for the boardroom. Integrate it into every facet of your existence. From personal pursuits to professional endeavors, reimagine every journey with an innovative lens.

The post-course transformation promises to be palpable. With a rejuvenated mindset, you'll be poised to navigate challenges with newfound creativity. Your leadership will be characterized by an invigorating energy, propelling those around you towards higher echelons of achievement. And personally? Prepare to rediscover yourself, as you embrace change, challenge convention, and champion creativity.

Because at its core, "Innovative Thinking" isn’t just a course. It’s a clarion call to every dreamer, every leader, every individual. It's an invitation to break the mold, to redefine boundaries, and to etch an indelible mark on the annals of innovation.

Dare to dream. Dare to disrupt. Dare to define the future. Equip yourself with the formidable weapon of "Innovative Thinking" and architect a tomorrow brimming with potential. After all, greatness isn't just about reaching destinations; it's about charting paths unknown. Join us, and let's co-author the future!

 

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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
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Lesson 1. Igniting Possibilities

Cultivating a personal innovative mindset is about creating a mental space for creativity, pushing cognitive boundaries with reflective practices and diverse interactions. Encouraging creativity and experimentation within organizations can foster a culture where innovation flourishes, turning constraints into catalysts for new ideas. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-HomeWork-14976.pdf
  • Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2. Exploring the Core Types of Innovation: A Guide

Disruptive innovation radically redefines industry landscapes, exemplified by digital photography and blockchain, which challenge established norms and spawn entirely new market segments. Emphasizing audacity and the pioneering spirit, it demands reevaluating conventional approaches to create groundbreaking change. 30 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WordSearch-14980.pdf
  • Assessment: Exam 2
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. Igniting Creativity: Tools for Unleashing Innovation

In a constantly evolving market, innovation is essential for outperforming competitors and meeting changing consumer demands. Through brainstorming, development, and execution, creativity is harnessed to bring about transformative solutions, elevated by a culture of experimentation and learning from failure. 18 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-Activity-14983.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
  • Assessment: Exam 3
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. Unveiling the Engines of Innovation: An Insight into Creative Ecosystems

Innovation starts with ideas enthusiastically backed by Idea Champions, emboldened by New Venture Teams, nurtured through Idea Incubators, and liberated via Skunk Works methodologies. This structured ecosystem translates passion into tangible successes, allowing breakthroughs to flourish in a competitive landscape. 30 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-WordSearch-14987.pdf
  • Assessment: Exam 4
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. Innovative Thinking Skills: A Pathway to Creativity and Problem-Solving

Thinking outside the box involves imagining vast potential by detaching from conventional constraints and considering diverse scenarios. By challenging established thought patterns and using unconventional methods, individuals can cultivate an 'outside the box' mindset for creative problem-solving. 17 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Activity-14990.pdf
  • Assessment: Exam 5
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam

Lesson 6. Pathways to Creative Revelation

The essence of innovation is found in diverse team dynamics and a stimulating environment that fosters autonomous creativity and resilience. Setting high expectations and distinguishing a culture of recognition empowers individuals and teams to push the boundaries of traditional thinking. 23 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WordSearch-14994.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Activity
  • Assessment: Exam 6
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam

Lesson 7. Five Essential Techniques for Refining Ideas

The journey from divergent to convergent thinking involves sculpting a masterpiece from creative chaos, guiding teams with clear objectives and structured methodologies. Tools like multi-voting and anonymous feedback cultivate an environment where the best ideas surface, free from bias and hierarchy. 28 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-HomeWork-14997.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
  • Assessment: Exam 7
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam

Lesson 8. Harnessing Instinct and Iteration in Innovation

Instinct plays a pivotal role in innovation, guiding creative individuals to recognize the value and feasibility of ideas through diverse intelligence. A team's varied instincts, whether visual or auditory, complement each other to carefully question and develop concepts, ensuring they align with genuine consumer needs. 20 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-Activity-14999.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
  • Assessment: Exam 8
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam

Lesson 9. Risk-Taking and Data: Pillars of Organizational Growth

Leveraging technology and data analytics is pivotal for innovation, providing organizations with valuable insights to guide strategic decisions. Companies harness cutting-edge technologies to enhance customer experiences, streamline processes, and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market. 20 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Activity-15002.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam

Lesson 10. Barriers to Innovation: Unlocking Organizational Potential

Organizations often struggle with innovation due to bureaucratic red tape and a focus on short-term gains, which impede long-term strategic growth. By adopting a more flexible and risk-tolerant approach, businesses can streamline processes, encourage creativity, and ensure alignment with broader strategic objectives to foster sustained innovation. 26 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-WordSearch-15005.pdf
  • Assessment: Exam 10
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam

Lesson 11. Conception to Impact: Navigating the Path from Idea to Successful Innovation

Unleashing the power of innovative thinking begins with fostering an environment where divergent ideas can blossom into strategic initiatives, steered through a dynamic process of evaluation and refinement. The narrative underscores the critical role of continuous iteration and adaptive strategies to maintain momentum and capitalize on emerging trends. 18 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-Downloadable-15008.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam

Lesson 12. Catalysts of Change: Traits of Forward-Thinking Managers

The art of managing innovation lies in translating ideas into reality, as demonstrated by leaders who diminish hierarchies to enhance collaboration. An innovative manager encourages open communication, allowing every voice to contribute to the ideation process, thus fostering an environment of seamless idea execution. 62 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-Activity-15012.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Complete: Lesson 12 Activity
  • Assessment: Exam 12
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
303
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define the key characteristics of innovative thinking and identify strategies to cultivate such a mindset.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between diverse experiences and the enhancement of creative thinking skills in problem-solving.
  • Define sustainable innovation by identifying and describing incremental changes within a product, process, or service to enhance its market relevance and user experience.
  • Differentiate between breakout, disruptive, and sustainable innovation by categorizing case study examples, highlighting their key characteristics and impacts on industries.
  • Define the importance of innovation in modern business environments by identifying how brainstorming, development, and prototyping contribute to successful innovation outcomes.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create and refine ideas into viable strategies using structured methodologies like brainstorming and prototyping to foster innovation in a team or individual setting.
  • Define the role of Idea Champions in advancing innovation by illustrating their ability to shepherd projects from inception to implementation through dedication and perseverance.
  • Identify key characteristics and functions of New Venture Teams in fostering innovation, focusing on their ability to autonomously develop and market novel solutions while maintaining alignment with corporate goals.
  • Demonstrate the ability to generate creative solutions to a given problem by applying the skills of thinking outside the box and viewing circumstances from various perspectives, resulting in at least two unique solutions.
  • Define innovative thinking by identifying and describing its key components, including creative problem-solving and embracing failure as a learning tool, with 90% accuracy.
  • Define the essential components of a creative work environment by identifying elements that stimulate and support innovation, such as physical layout and team diversity.
  • Demonstrate how team dynamics and collaborative exercises like brainstorming contribute to creative problem-solving by actively participating in group activities and producing innovative outcomes.
  • Identify and categorize brainstormed ideas based on shared attributes, ensuring a focused progression towards a unified concept.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Innovative Thinking Skills
Course Number: 8900339
Lessons Rating: 4.61 / 5 Stars (343 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: July 2024
CEU Value: 0.7 CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher for successful completion.
Course Type: Self-Paced
Assessment Method: Lesson review exams
Proctor: UniversalClass Instructional Team

Student Testimonials

  • "I really enjoyed delving into innovation and the underlying requisites for achieving innovation." -- Richard E.
  • "This course was very useful and informative. Thank you!" -- Onika M.
  • "Thank you. It was a great course." -- Kolleen D.

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