Integrating Computational Creativity Exercises into Classes

Authors

Leen-Kiat Soh, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Duane F. Shell, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

9-3-2015

Document Type

Article

Citation

DBER Speakers series 9-3-2015

Comments

Copyright (c) 2015 Leen-Kiat Soh and Duane F. Shell

Abstract

Introduction | Creative Thinking, Computational Thinking

Exercises | Overall Design & Examples

Results | Brief Overview

Logistics | Tips, Support & Feedback

Aim to improve the learning of computational thinking by blending it with creative thinking Creative thinking? • Patterned in a way that tends to lead to creative results • Not limited to the arts • An integral component of human intelligence that can be practiced, encouraged and developed within any context

CREATIVITY THINKING Epstein’s Generativity Theory breaks creative thinking down to four core competencies • Capturing novelty • Challenging established thinking and behavior patterns • Broadening one’s knowledge beyond one’s discipline • Surrounding oneself with new social and environmental stimuli