SPDA 3220 - Connections IV: Team Creativity

3 hours

Fourth in a series of pillar courses for the Integrative Studies cohort degree focused on the intersection between application and theory in the 21st century world. Students integrate university core knowledge and skills with theories of creativity and team sciences in a collaborative setting. Project-based learning forms the center of this educational experience, focused around a theme chosen by, and in collaboration with, a business or community partner. The goal is teaching students how to understand and implement creative thought processes, with particular emphasis on creativity arising from team collaboration. Students consider how theories of creativity can positively impact the ability to find and implement solutions to problems within complex systems. Diversity of teams, as exemplified by differences in economic background, cultural background, gender, race, religion, physical or intellectual abilities, etc., is studied as it relates to team creativity. Learning is supported by readings, lectures, discussion and simulation of key theories that drive said communication. Restricted to students admitted to the cohort.

Prerequisite(s): None.