CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION GROUP

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Team based Creativity and Innovation

· Research and critical analysis, then synthesizing information into group report and oral presentation that demonstrates the creative problem solving process, on a real world business problem.

· Due (a) Oral Presentation: Class/Week/Module 12 (Day 5 in a 5-Day Block Mode)

(b) Written Report: Start of class or day

· Weight (a) Presentation 20%

(b) Written reports: 30% - includes 10% for Individual Reflection

· Length (a) Presentation: 20 minutes plus 5 mins Q&A

(b) Written Team Report: 2,000-2500 words
(c) Individual reflection paper 300-500 words

1) Assessment Details;

The purpose of this group learning task is for students to become familiar with an Applied Creativity & Innovation model and develop skills in Deliberate Creative Thinking techniques by applying them to a real life challenge, and have the opportunity to observe and analyse different creative thinking processes.

Students will work in groups of four or five. Each group will explore possible situations/ challenges/ opportunities in their own organisations, industry, or area of interest, that could benefit from the application of Applied Creativity & Innovation. Each group will then decide on a focus statement for this project. Over the semester, students will work on this selected project, working through the different stages of the Applied Creativity & Innovation model outlined in this course, applying a variety of Deliberate Creative Thinking techniques.

Team Presentation (20%) and Written Report (20%)

The group’s work will be evaluated on a 25 minute oral presentation and submission of their supporting written team project report. Students are encouraged to use creative processes in this presentation and to make the session an enjoyable and enlightening learning activity for all the class members. Presentations are expected to be professionally delivered and accompanied by appropriate graphical material (PowerPoint slides, overheads, video clips, whiteboard demonstrations, hand-outs, etc.)

The presentation and written report should:

(1) Describe the starting challenge in the chosen situation of your group, identify the methods used to better establish and define this problem, and clearly show the project focus.

(2) Describe exploration and idea generation methods and techniques applied to your identified problem, and show what was found during exploration, and the ideas generated.

(3) Describe methods used for evaluating and developing the ideas generated into possible solutions, and show the results, outcomes, solutions, designs, or strategies developed, including any possible recommendations.

(4) Include some reflection on the strengths and limitations of the methods / techniques used in your project.

(5) Include copies of supporting documentation that show the group’s work and application of creative techniques (e.g. Mind Maps, ideation notes, photos, visual representations, and a copy of any PowerPoint slides.

Individual Reflection (10%)

In addition each student is to submit an individual reflection report on what they gained, learnt, found challenging, etc. during the team project and during the course. Submit via Moodle. Maximum one page.

Individual Contribution in Class (20%)

In addition to team project work students are assessed on an ongoing basis on their contribution to team tutorials, exercises and activities done throughout the course, as well as their apparent contribution to the team project.

1) Submission details

· Written reports are to be professionally laid out, using at least 11-point Arial Font, with 1.5 line spacing, and relevant referencing as required.

· Group report and Individual reflection paper to be submitted via Moodle, and/or as advised by Lecturer.

· Reports must include a University Cover Sheet signed by all team members.

Team members: _____________________________________________________________

Marking Criteria	Very Poor	Poor	Satisfactory	Good	Very good	MARK
· Identification of a suitable area of opportunity for group creativity, and development of a clear Focus · Skilful use of Focus and Imagineering for problem definition, demonstrating range and depth of exploration. Clarity of focus is paramount. (5+5 marks available)

· Skilful use of team based Mind Mapping and Parallel Thinking techniques (Six Thinking Hats) for situation analysis, with evidence of range, depth, and diversity of thinking. (5+5 marks available)

· Skilful use of multiple Ideation techniques for idea generation, with evidence of range and variety of ideas from lateral thinking. · Selection and skilful use of appropriate techniques for evaluation and development of starting ideas. (5+5 marks available)

Clear creative presentation and expression of thinking, and professionally written report clarity, format and readability, and team reflection on the use of Deliberate Creative Thinking in team process. (5+5 marks available)

Individual personal reflection on lessons from the team project, the quality of team thinking and collaboration, and overall reflection on how the material learnt over the semester might be of personal benefit. (individual written report - 10 marks available)

Total available marks - 50 Total mark obtained						/50