The Creative Education Foundation offers a number of programs and workshops in the application of Creative Problem Solving.
Asia Pacific Virtual Foundations of Creative Problem Solving
Four 2-hour Sessions: October 10, 12, 17, 19
– 10:00 AM Manila (PHST)
– 12:00 PM Melbourne (AEDT)
CPS Level 1 – Foundations of Creative Problem Solving teaches you how to access your creative mindset.
We solve problems everyday — wouldn’t it be great if you could solve them faster and better?
CPS Level 1 — Foundations of Creative Problem Solving teaches you how to access your creative mindset. You will learn:
- the Creative Problem Solving (CPS) model
- your personal preferences are in relation to how you solve problems
- and an array of easy to apply tools you can use immediately.
This dynamic virtual course is powered by small group interactions, professionally facilitated sessions, and synchronous and asynchronous learning. This is a can’t miss course for anyone who wants to learn to solve complex problems more effectively, individually, or as part of a group.
The timing will be structured for participants throughout Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific and the eight-hour course will be delivered in 2-hour sections with homework in between.
Evette Cordy
Evette Cordy is a highly regarded innovation expert, keynote speaker and workshop leader with 20+ years of international experience in research, creativity and innovation.
Evette also facilitates highly interactive and engaging workshops to identify opportunities and facilitate new ways of thinking in organisations.
A registered psychologist, Evette’s rich understanding of customer behaviours, motivations and drivers has seen her solve business problems and develop new products and services for many of the world’s best-known brands using design thinking and creative problem solving.
Evette has led innovation projects for clients across a wide range of industries in more than 50 countries. Taking a highly experiential approach and using creativity with purpose, she works with senior business leaders, stakeholders and customers to identify opportunities, achieve breakthrough thinking and design fresh, customer-centric solutions.
Evette earned her degrees in Melbourne, Australia: a BA in Psychology + Psychophysiology, and a Grad Dip in Applied Psychology from Swinburne University and a MA in Organisational Psychology from Monash University.
Evette is certified in LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Methods and the Basadur Problem Solving Profile. Evette is a regular presenter and keynote speaker at Australian and internationals conferences: Creative Problem Solving Institute, Design Research, Australian Research Society, Mindcamp Arizona.
Evette is the author of Cultivating Curiosity: How to unearth your most valuable problem to inspire growth.
Jane Fischer
Jane has over 25 years of experience in developing and delivering educational sessions, personal and professional development workshops, and training curriculum. Much of this experience covers her two decades in health education leadership, with 15 of these years in college health promotion and peer education training.
For the past decade, she has worked as a Creative Change Facilitator. Her passion is to help individuals, teams, and organizations arrive at creative solutions to the challenging and ambiguous problems they face, and to do so through improvisational mindsets. Jane’s perspective is greatly shaped by 20 years as a professional improv comedy performer. She is currently a member of ComedySportz Buffalo and Twisted Sister Act.
Jane holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Social Work from Ithaca College, a Master of Arts in Health Arts and Sciences from Goddard College, and a Graduate Certificate of Advanced Study in Creativity and Change Leadership from the International Center for Studies in Creativity at SUNY Buffalo State. She is certified as a Foursight® facilitator, a facilitator of Lego® Serious Play® Methods & Materials, and a Laugha-Yoga leader. In addition to working with nonprofit organizations, colleges, community organizations, and businesses, she has been honored to deliver keynote presentations and lead interactive workshops at numerous conferences and events.
Recurring Workshops
Being Creative on Purpose
“It’s not just about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.” – Scott Belsky
Our trainers will take you through the four stages in the Creative Problem Solving process so that you can work on a challenge that is important to you.
This session is for those looking to solve problems faster with deliberate creativity.
For dates and more information about this 90-minute, engaging training opportunity and make your goals a reality.
Cost is $150.00 per attendee.
Being Creative on Purpose workshops are scheduled for:
- December 7, 2022
- January 19, 2023
- April 20, 2023
- July 20, 2023
- November 16, 2023
All workshops are held from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
On-Demand Workshops
Contact us to book a session for your team.
Being Creative on Purpose
“It’s not just about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.” – Scott Belsky
Our trainers will take you through the four stages in the Creative Problem Solving process so that you can work on a challenge that is important to you.
This session is for those looking to solve problems faster with deliberate creativity.
For dates and more information about this 90-minute, engaging training opportunity and make your goals a reality.
Cost is $150.00 per attendee.
Being Creative on Purpose workshops are scheduled for:
- December 7, 2022
- January 19, 2023
- April 20, 2023
- July 20, 2023
- November 16, 2023
All workshops are held from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Purposeful Creativity in the Classroom
“Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” – Albert Einstein
Our trainers will take you through the four stages in the Creative Problem Solving process. You will learn strategies for saying “no” less often, while still getting things done.
This session is for teachers, parents, grandparents, youth leaders or any other adults who are responsible for children.
Dread-Free Meetings: The Next Level
“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – Muriel Strode
You will experience ice breakers, energizers, and activities to help you become a fabulous online facilitator. Your trainers will show you the ins and outs of digital whiteboards, offer breakout room strategies, and give top tips for keeping your audience in the palm of your hand.
This session is for those looking to improve the level of engagement in their virtual sessions.
Crush Your Communications
“We are all stories in the end. Make yours a good one.” The Doctor, Doctor Who
Learn three story building tools that have their roots in the Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process. These flexible, adaptable frameworks can be used at any point in the process of building and telling your story.
This session is for those who want to craft better stories.
Level Up Your Virtual Team
“Almost all creativity involves purposeful play.” – Abraham Maslow
Attendees will engage in various improv activities (yes, over Zoom!), followed by a debrief and discussion of uses for each game. Come ready to play and participate – there are no wallflowers in this session.
This session is for team leaders and others who want to improve their interpersonal skills.
Negotiating Ambiguity
“Keep walking through the storm. Your rainbow is waiting on the other side.” – Heather Stillifsen
The anxiety-provoking part of ambiguity is that it triggers unproductive
responses. This session will help you regain control and confidence by
equipping you with useful tools to move through the uncertainty. This
course is based on the principles and mindset of Creative Problem Solving.
This session is for those who want tools to manage ambiguity and
uncertainty.
Breaking it Open: Finding the Joy in Adversity
“Judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” – Nelson
Mandela
