A Creative Thinking Definition and Meanings

Abstract

Creative thinking is likely to be one of the essential skills for the 21st Century, not just for museum professionals but also for professionals across all areas of our society. As society changes, an array of new technologies and practices emerge, which require flexibility and improvisation from museums and museum professionals. Creative thinking is one of the skills that are crucial to adapt and respond more effectively to changing realities, whether in digital or non-digital environments. This learning object introduces learners to the meaning of creative thinking and why it matters to better face current and shifting challenges – as individuals, but also as part of institutions in the service of society, such like museums. This learning object is part of the module “Creative Thinking Skills” of the MOOC “Essential Digital Skills for Museum Professionals” developed by Project Mu.SA – Museum Sector Alliance (575907-EEP-1-2016-1-EL-EPPKA2-SSA).