Natural Creativity
Natural Creativity is about looking into the many theories behind creativity, examining studies, and exploring the latest machine learning techniques. You will experiment with artistic tools that are powered by the latest machine learning techniques and conduct a full iteration of design thinking research that can be applied in several different business scenarios. You’ll focus on how the concept of creativity has evolved over time and how it has been investigated. Then, you will actively engage and collaborate with others in the class through discussion prompts and have an opportunity to reflectively write about a project that inspires your creativity. Throughout the course, you will step away from your computer, plan, and conduct one iteration of a design project applying the techniques and theories you just learned, enabling you to gain deep insights on how people are creative in your own local environment.
Explain the theories behind the latest research in creativity studies.
Develop and manage a design research for innovation development.
Examine the potential of creative A.I. in understanding human creativity.
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Unpacking Creativity
Week 2
Creativity Over Time
Week 3
Creativity Frameworks
Week 4
Beautiful vs. Meaningful
Week 5
Creative Systems and Computational Experiments
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
What background knowledge is necessary?
At least 2 years of experience in a technical field or creative industry is recommended, but not required.
Is this course truly 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
This course is completely online. There is no need to attend any class in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
What does this course cover?
In this course, you'll experiment with artistic tools that are powered by the latest machine-learning techniques and conduct a full iteration of design thinking research that can be applied in several different business scenarios. You’ll focus on how the concept of creativity has evolved over time, how it has been investigated, and have an opportunity to reflectively write about a project that inspires your creativity.
Where can I find the suggested supplementary reading?
Please consult the course guide for the list of supplementary reading. The purpose of the supplemental readings is to learn more about the topic(s) covered in this course. Please note these materials are strictly optional for those who want to invest in the purchase, and they are not required to complete the course.
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