Creativity in Problem Solving• Creativity in problem solving is the ability to

produce original works or solutions to problems that are productive.

• Nonoccurence of expected events (example in pg 263)

• Divergent thinking: ability to generate a variety of alternate, original solutions to questions and problems

• 2 Characteristics of divergent thinkers

• 1. they possess a great deal of domain-specific knowledge

• 2. they are strongly intrinsically motivated

Measuring Creativity: verbal or pictorial stimulus

Fostering Creativity in learners

Here are some suggestions/ tips:1. Help learners develop their domain specific knowledge2. Create a safe learning environment where students feel free to risk offering unique ideas and opinions3. Communicate that creativity is valued. express enthusiasm in response to unusual ideas, and reward students for original thinking4. When assessing learning, avoid social comparisons, increase the number of assessments to reduce the pressure on any single one, and emphasize its role in promoting learning

Problem-Based Learning- it is a teaching strategy that uses problems as the focus for developing content, skills, and self-regulation

Problem based learning activities have the following characteristics:• Lessons begin with a problem, and solving it is the lesson focus• Students are responsible for designing strategies and finding solutions to the problem. Groups need to be small enough so that all are involved• The teacher guides student’s efforts with questioning and other forms of scaffolding

Using Technology to Promote Problem Solving

- Technology use to present engaging and real-world problems! ex: The Adventures of Jasper Woodbury, and The Geometric Supposer