1. Exploiting the concept of paradigms to generate ideas.
- Author
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Jose, Wilfredo I.
- Subjects
CREATIVE ability ,INNOVATION management ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,RESEARCH & development ,CHEMICAL engineering - Abstract
This paper presents a method of generating ideas whereby a paradigm is systematically organized and mapped in one's mind after comprehensive analysis. It uncovers the basis and framework of the method based on the current understanding of the mechanics of creativity. The method consists of (1) analysis of paradigms, (2) systematic organization of ideas, (3) mapping of the ideas in one's mind, and (4) processing mapped ideas to form new ideas. The concept of paradigm has not been used as a basis of any creativity technique, except in the context of "paradigms of creativity." The influence of Kuhn's essay on scientific revolution and his use of the term, "paradigm shift", may be the reason. The scope of the presentation in this paper is limited to the author's profession of chemical engineering and related areas of study. Thus, the discussion does not revolve around current R&D in innovation management [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Published
- 2012