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Course Overview
Course Overview
School/Department: Selected Topics in the Core Curriculum (Humanities in Primary Level Core)
Course: Semr 1110-01 Creative Thinking & Problem Solving (Spring 2025)
Class Hours: MR 11:30-12:45 (Classroom: JAMEEL CP05)
Credits: 3 (No prerequisites)
Semester Offered: Fall/Spring
Course Format
The course will be taught in person this semester, using Canvas for online materials. If needed, classes will switch to Zoom for online meetings.
Instructor Information
Instructor: Rasha Reda
Email: rasha.reda@aucegypt.edu
Office Hours:
MR 12:45-1:00 PM (walk-in)
MR 1:00-1:45 PM (by appointment) - Room JAMEEL CP05
Communication Procedures
Emails will be answered within 24 hours. Students must use their official AUC email for communication. Canvas announcements will also be sent to AUC emails, so make sure notifications are turned on.
A video that discusses the Importance of Creativity in Solving the World’s Problems
Course Description
This course helps you discover your creativity and learn how to solve problems using design thinking. You will work on projects that tackle real-life issues, both alone and in groups. The course encourages you to express your unique skills and prepares you for the challenges of the modern job market. By the end, you will see creativity as an important skill for your future career.
Course Learning Outcomes
Understand the Importance of Creativity: Identify the role of creativity in learning and its importance in the contemporary world.
Discover AI's Role in Creativity: Consider what role artificial intelligence can play in creativity and learning by employing various tools to generate ideas and find solutions.
Use Creative Methods: Using creative techniques both individually and collaboratively, through the design thinking process and real-world problems.
Collaborate and Communicate: Work well in groups, tailor their style of communication in response to feedback, and prepare a CV that highlights their individual skills for applications.
Apply Learning Beyond Class: Using the skills and knowledge that has been acquired within this course in the world.
Creative Thinking Word Search Game!
In this mini-game, you have 5 minutes to search for 10 words in the word search that are associated with the course. This will help you learn key terms related to the course.
HINT: the 10 words are mentioned in the photo on the right!
Course Resources
We will use Canvas as our main platform for communication, where students can find all their materials, grades, and assignments. To access the course, log into the Canvas site, click on ‘Courses,’ and select ‘Semr 1110-01 Creative Thinking & Problem Solving Spring 2025’ from your course list. All relevant content for the class will be uploaded within 48 hours under the appropriate class module, which is organized by class dates. There are no textbooks for this course, so daily checking of Canvas is essential for updates. Furthermore, students will be able to use online resources, such as padlet.com and mind mapping software, for assignments, and work will be submitted to Google Drive or turnitin.com via turnitin.com.
Course Structure
Module 1 (Major Module): Creative Problem Solving & Design Thinking
This part of the course focuses on understanding design thinking through videos and hands-on activities. Students will gain an awareness of various tools for creative thinking and demonstrate their use in a practical environment, engaging in discussions on and application of what they have read and the ideas of creativity theorists.
Module 2 (Minor Module): Creativity & Your Career
In this part, students will explore how creativity connects to their career choices. They will learn how to highlight their individual strengths and the job suitability of a particular position so that they can be easily distinguished from the other candidates by the prospective employers.
Watch these videos if you're interested in understanding the modules and to get a head start!
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
Assessment/Grading Criteria:
No Exams: There are no midterm or final exams.
Grading Assignments: Each assignment will be graded based on specific rubrics, considering both individual and group work, along with peer feedback.
Clear Expectations: Detailed briefs for all assignments will outline expectations.
Writing Standards: Students must write at university-level English. Language errors may lead to point deductions, but students can rewrite essays with significant issues until they meet the required standard.
Importance of Attendance: Attendance is important, as absences can impact participation grades. If a student must miss a class, they should inform me beforehand or immediately after.
Course Grading
Late Assignments
Students are responsible for making up missed work. Late submissions will lose points: 10% off within the first 24 hours and 20% off within the second 24 hours. No submissions will be accepted after 48 hours, resulting in a zero grade.
Assignment Submission
Assignment Submission: All written assignments are to be submitted on www.turnitin.com on the due date. Late submissions up to 48 hours will incur penalties. Other work formats should comply with copyright laws and be submitted in person or via the assigned Google Drive folder. Submitting someone else's work for you is not allowed.
University Policies
University Policies
Attendance Policy
All classes must be attended by all students. Students MAY NOT miss more than 6 classes, or they will fail the course. Attending online classes is as important as attending in-person sessions. Absences are the responsibility of the student to keep track of.
Participation Policy
You must come to class prepared to participate in discussions, including well-thought-out responses to prompts and questions. Participation points will be lost if the instructor is not informed of an absence. Refer to the instructor for information on makeup for miss participation.
Academic Integrity Policy
Academic integrity is of utmost importance. Cheating, plagiarism, and the presentation of someone else’s work as that of your own are prohibited. If it’s used in assignments, it needs to be properly cited to avoid plagiarism. However, the use of AI tools in completing challenges is acceptable as long as the use is disclosed, and any questions should be checked with the instructor. Cases of suspected academic dishonesty will be referred to the Academic Integrity Committee.
If you are unsure about whether something may be plagiarism or another form of academic dishonesty, please reach out to me to discuss it as soon as possible. For more elaboration about the AUC academic integrity policy, please check this link.
STUDENT HONOR CODE:
“By submitting this assignment/project, I affirm that I have followed AUC’s Code of Academic Ethics and the work submitted is my own. I have not consulted unauthorized resources or materials nor collaborated with other individuals. I have not used AI-generated content unless allowed and with proper attribution.”
Information & Technology Literacy
Information & Technology Literacy
Student Technical Support
Canvas hotline: 0122.900.5544 OR send and email to canvas@aucegypt.edu
Or submit a ticket on http://itsupport.aucegypt.edu/Zoom: support@aucegypt.edu
Student Accessibility Service
If you are a student who has a disability and requires accommodations, please contact the Office of Student Wellbeing - Student Accessibility Services Unit within the first few days in the semester. Further information is available here.
The content of this syllabus, including class schedule, is subject to change at the
instructor’s discretion and may vary from semester to semester.
By: Hadeel Aboushahba
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