Metaphorming Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
A transformative course designed to unlock the power of metaphorical thinking. This course delves into the essence of metaphors, exploring their cognitive and psychological impact and how they can be leveraged to reframe challenges and spark creativity. You will learn techniques to stimulate creative thought, including brainstorming and lateral thinking, and practice applying metaphors to solve complex problems through interactive exercises and real-world case studies. The course also covers how to enhance communication, foster team collaboration, and build a metaphor-based problem-solving framework. With a focus on integrating metaphorical thinking into daily practice, you’ll develop a structured approach to address work challenges and strategic planning. Reflective practices and advanced techniques will be covered to help you continually refine and innovate your problem-solving skills. Join us to transform your approach to creativity and problem solving through the art of metaphors.
Course Objectives
After the course, participants will be able to:
- explore their cognitive and psychological underpinnings, and apply them to reframe problems and generate innovative solutions.
- develop and practice techniques such as brainstorming, mind mapping, and lateral thinking to stimulate and enhance creative thought processes.
- use metaphors as a tool to break free from conventional thinking and explore new perspectives, thereby fostering greater creativity.
- use appropriate metaphors to address various types of problems, build metaphorical models, and analyze real-world case studies where metaphors have successfully driven solutions.
- master techniques for employing metaphors to clarify complex ideas, influence stakeholders, and inspire action in both individual and team settings.
- use metaphorical thinking to facilitate effective team discussions, resolve conflicts, and build consensus, enhancing overall team dynamics and performance.
- create a structured metaphor-based problem-solving framework, build a library of relevant metaphors, and apply metaphorical thinking to real-life challenges and strategic planning.
Course Contents
- Introduction to Metaphorical Thinking
- Developing Creative Thinking Skills
- Techniques for Creative Thinking
- Leveraging Metaphors for Creativity
- Applying Metaphors to Problem Solving
- Enhancing Communication through Metaphors
- Crafting Metaphorical Messages:
- Integrating Metaphorical Thinking into Daily Practice
- Evaluating and Reflecting on Metaphorical Thinking
- Exploring Advanced Metaphorical Techniques
Metaphorming Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
Duration:
14 Hours
Targeted Audience:
- Managers
- Professionals
- Engineers
- Executives
- Administrators
- Supervisors
- Team Lead
- Technicians
- Those Interested
Methodology:
Lecture, Brainstorming, Case Study, Videos, Educational Games, Basic Psychology, Neuro-Accelerated Learning Techniques.
Award:
Certificate of Achievement