Homo Problematis Solvendis-Problem-solving Man by David H Cropley
This book presents the history of modern human creativity/innovation through examples of solutions to basic human needs that have been developed over time. Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Homo sapiens), and is intended to suggest that a defining characteristic of modern humans is our fundamental ability to solve problems (i.e.“Readable, albeit unusual, study of a handful of inventions from prehistory to the 21st century…There are a few surprises in the author’s final scores. What reader would guess that the velocipede (an early bicycle) would receive a perfect score of 16 while Gutenberg’s printing press would receive a rather modest score of 12.5?” (T. Timmons, Choice, Vol. 56 (10), June, 2019)
David H. Cropley is an internationally recognised expert on creativity and innovation. His teaching interests focus on systems engineering and related concepts, and his research examines a range of aspects of creativity and innovation, both in the field of engineering, and more broadly. David has appeared on Redesign My Brain (ABC TV, 2013) and Life at 9 (ABC TV, 2014) discussing various aspects of creativity. He will appear on a new series of Redesign My Brain in 2015, looking at cognitive flexibility and problem solving.
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| ISBN 13 | 9789811331008 |
| ISBN 10 | 9811331006 |
| Title | Homo Problematis Solvendis-Problem-solving Man |
| Author | David H Cropley |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Springer Verlag, Singapore |
| Year published | 2019-01-17 |
| Number of pages | 165 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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