Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving: In-House Training Two critical skillsets for the future of work are critical thinking and creative problem solving. These modes of working and thinking intersect and overlap; both are necessary and both can be taught. Having the ability to exercise creativity while at the same time applying structure and discipline to the thinking process is a key competency in the twenty-first century workplace. This course explores the interplay between critical and creative thinking, and the necessity of each to effective problem solving and decision making. Participants will learn a variety of techniques to apply critical thinking to real-life scenarios. They will experiment with different problem-solving approaches and will learn about cognitive influences on our decisions and choices. The course delves into the business value of creativity and involves participants in actively integrating criticality, creativity, and problem solving. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain basic concepts of problem solving Infer types of cognitive biases that impact decision making Utilize types of root cause analysis Differentiate among obstacles to sound decision making Apply a variety of problem-solving approaches / processes to existing challenges Evaluate alternative solution methods using various techniques Analyze real world problem scenarios to determine the lateral thinking type needed to address them Foundation Concepts Definitions Thinking modes and cognitive bias Basic problem-solving framework Problem Definition and Solution Generation Root cause analysis Basic problem-solving obstacles Generating alternative solutions Evaluating Alternatives Critical thinking guidelines Obstacles to sound decision making Tools for evaluating alternatives Exploring Lateral Thinking Problem-solving challenge Workplace application
Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving: On-Demand Two critical skillsets for the future of work are critical thinking and creative problem solving. These modes of working and thinking intersect and overlap; both are necessary and both can be taught. Having the ability to exercise creativity while at the same time applying structure and discipline to the thinking process is a key competency in the twenty-first century workplace. This course explores the interplay between critical and creative thinking, and the necessity of each to effective problem solving and decision making. Participants will learn a variety of techniques to apply critical thinking to real-life scenarios. They will experiment with different problem-solving approaches and will learn about cognitive influences on our decisions and choices. The course delves into the business value of creativity and involves participants in actively integrating criticality, creativity, and problem solving. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain basic concepts of problem solving Infer types of cognitive biases that impact decision making Utilize types of root cause analysis Differentiate among obstacles to sound decision making Apply a variety of problem-solving approaches / processes to existing challenges Evaluate alternative solution methods using various techniques Analyze real world problem scenarios to determine the lateral thinking type needed to address them Foundation Concepts Definitions Thinking modes and cognitive bias Basic problem-solving framework Problem Definition and Solution Generation Root cause analysis Basic problem-solving obstacles Generating alternative solutions Evaluating Alternatives Critical thinking guidelines Obstacles to sound decision making Tools for evaluating alternatives Exploring Lateral Thinking Problem-solving challenge Workplace application
Creative Thinking and Innovation is yet another 'Teacher's Choice' course from Teachers Training for a complete understanding of the fundamental topics. You are also entitled to exclusive tutor support and a professional CPD-accredited certificate in addition to the special discounted price for a limited time. Just like all our courses, this Creative Thinking and Innovation and its curriculum have also been designed by expert teachers so that teachers of tomorrow can learn from the best and equip themselves with all the necessary skills. Consisting of several modules, the course teaches you everything you need to succeed in this profession. The course can be studied part-time. You can become accredited within 02 Hours studying at your own pace. Your qualification will be recognised and can be checked for validity on our dedicated website. Why Choose Teachers Training Some of our website features are: This is a dedicated website for teaching 24/7 tutor support Interactive Content Affordable price Courses accredited by the UK's top awarding bodies 100% online Flexible deadline Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements. You need to have: Passion for learning A good understanding of the English language Be motivated and hard-working Over the age of 16. Certification CPD Certification from The Teachers Training Successfully completing the MCQ exam of this course qualifies you for a CPD-accredited certificate from The Teachers Training. You will be eligible for both PDF copy and hard copy of the certificate to showcase your achievement however you wish. You can get your digital certificate (PDF) for £4.99 only Hard copy certificates are also available, and you can get one for only £10.99 You can get both PDF and Hard copy certificates for just £12.99! The certificate will add significant weight to your CV and will give you a competitive advantage when applying for jobs. Creative Thinking and Innovation Module 01: What Is Creativity and Innovation? 00:14:00 Module 02: Developing Right Environment for Creativity 00:09:00 Module 03: Creativity and Innovation in Business and Fitting Creativity into the Problem-Solving Process 00:27:00 Module 04: Defining the Problem 00:16:00 Module 05: Creative Techniques 00:38:00 Module 06: Encouraging Creativity In A Team 00:29:00
Be it a career change, an exciting new hobby, perfecting existing skills or simply enhancing professional employment prospects– we help you unlock creativity through our industry aligned all-encompassing Graphic Design Course. " Having done my level 1 and level 2 in graphic design, I felt that I still had gaps in my knowledge and I wasn't comfortable with what I knew. I signed up with Blue Sky Graphics and I am really glad I did. I am definitely better now than when I started and this is all thanks to my tutor and Blue Sky Graphics 🙂 " A Comprehensive Advanced Course The graphic design course is a structured academic and industry aligned advanced course suitable for complete beginners, intermediates or those wanting to improve their existing skill set. The graphic design course is comprehensive and through our teaching methodology is designed to train participants to become professional Graphic Designers. There is an emphasis on corporate illustration, composition, painting and logos as well as advertisement designs while focusing on vectors, lines, features, shapes, and spaces. All this will be integrated into how graphic elements are printed after they are processed in graphic design software for the purpose of visually illustrating emotions and messages. During the course you will be exposed to: advertisements, magazines, newspapers, corporate graphic designs particular to company cultures and brand identity, stationery, letterheads, business cards, logos, books, packaging and much more. The graphic design course teaches you to understand and learn how to operate a labyrinthine yet amazing world of Adobe software. With this software we explore the uses of words, shapes, textures, forms, sizes and colours to communicate by combining ideas and images to make a new concept. Graphic design through common misconception is not just about layout and typography, but much more about ideas behind visual meaning. Graphic design can make a company more successful in the world if it makes communication smart, attractive and able to captivate its audience. Graphic design can effectively be used by businesses to make (or break) their brand identity, increase sales, promote web traffic or promote services and products through advertising on their websites to convey complex data to its readers in a clear way. Elements of graphic design include: Colour, Size, Texture, Line, Shape, Space and, Form. It is important that each element is understood correctly, and this is one of the key principles we teach on our graphic design course. In other terms, graphic design communicates certain ideas or messages through visuals. These visuals can be as simple as a business logo, or as complex as pages of web design. This course goes beyond just the practical side of graphic design and includes the theory and substance behind modern graphic design. Your teacher will guide you on: What salary you can expect at the start of your career? How to get new clients for your business for freelance designers ? How to find work for the new graphic designer starting out in the big world? How to quickly integrate into the graphic design field? How to combine working from home versus working at a studio ? Begin one-to-one online learning with your very own private tutor Interested? Our course is 7 months long, consisting of 1 hour 30 minutes of online one-to-one sessions. When you enrol at Blue Sky Graphics expect at least 90 minutes of class sessions and 2 – 4 hours of homework per week. If we accommodate the course delivery into a shorter time frame, (for e.g. over 4 months instead of 7 months the Flexi 3 doubles from £265.00 to £450.00 over 4 months) the instalment is billed at the delivery rate. The cost of traditional schooling is typically more expensive than online courses, but in the end it all comes down to how good the tutors are. With our online courses you can gain skills that are a necessity for graphic design remotely. That’s right! Learn the skills needed to use Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and portfolio! The online courses cost £1799.00 (VAT inclusive) with no extra hidden costs and there are affordable instalment options too. Pay via debit or credit card or use a payment plan. A deposit of £294.00 is required to secure your position.
ð Unlock Your Creative Potential with Vyond Mastery: Unleashing Animated Creativity! ð Are you ready to transform your ideas into captivating animations that grab attention, convey messages effectively, and elevate your content to the next level? Look no further! Introducing our groundbreaking online course: Vyond Mastery - Unleashing Animated Creativity! ð What's Inside? ⨠Module 1: Getting Started with Vyond Master the basics of Vyond, from navigating the interface to creating your first animation. Learn insider tips and tricks for a seamless animation workflow. ⨠Module 2: Crafting Compelling Storylines Dive deep into the art of storytelling and discover how to structure narratives for maximum impact. Explore techniques to engage your audience emotionally through animated storytelling. ⨠Module 3: Advanced Animation Techniques Elevate your animations with advanced techniques and transitions. Uncover the secrets to fluid character movements and dynamic scene transitions. ⨠Module 4: Voiceovers and Sound Design Learn to integrate professional voiceovers and sound effects to enhance your animations. Discover the importance of audio in creating a memorable viewer experience. ⨠Module 5: Branding and Consistency Develop a consistent and memorable brand identity through your animations. Explore ways to align your animated content with your brand message and values. ⨠Module 6: Exporting and Sharing Your Masterpieces Get hands-on experience with exporting options and choose the best formats for various platforms. Learn strategies for sharing your animated creations effectively on social media and other channels. ð Why Choose Vyond Mastery? Expert Guidance: Led by industry experts with years of experience in animation and storytelling. Practical Learning: Hands-on exercises and real-world examples to reinforce your skills. Lifetime Access: Learn at your own pace and revisit the course content whenever you need. Community Support: Connect with a community of like-minded learners and share your progress. ð Who Can Benefit? Content Creators Marketers Educators Business Owners Social Media Managers ð¥ Ready to Transform Your Ideas into Animated Masterpieces? Enroll Today! Unleash your creativity, captivate your audience, and make your mark with Vyond Mastery - Unleashing Animated Creativity! ð Course Curriculum Basic Overview 00:00 Pricing 00:00 Vyond Resources 00:00 Interface and Timeline 00:00 Adding Templates 00:00 Character Library 00:00 Character Properties - Part-1 00:00 Character Properties - Part -2' 00:00 Character Properties - Part -3 00:00 Prop Library 00:00 Prop Properties 00:00 Chart Properties - Part 1 00:00 Chart Properties - Part 2 00:00 Text Library 00:00 Text Properties 00:00 Scene Transitions 00:00 Differences with Whiteboard Animation - Part 1 00:00 Differences with Whiteboard Animation - Part 2 00:00 Adding in the Camera to Zoom In 00:00 Conclusion 00:00 Advanced Overview 00:00 Video Script From Existing Video 00:00 Video Script From Existing Audio 00:00 Creating Video Scripts from An Existing Article Document 00:00 Creating Video Scripts From Existing PowerPoints 00:00 Structuring Your Script and Storyboard Document 00:00 Setting Up for the Audio Recording and Voiceover 00:00 Narration of your Audio Script 00:00 Creation of Scene Timings 00:00 Uploading The Audio to Vyond 00:00 Adding In Music 00:00 Scene Theme Selections 00:00 Storyboarding Scenes 00:00 Business and Contemporary Vs Whiteboard 00:00 Storyboarding Whiteboard Style Videos 00:00 Adding Images to Whitebord Style Videos 00:00 Adding the Camera and Exit Effect to Images 00:00 Changing the Background and the Text 00:00 Adding Scene Transitions to Sync Up Your 00:00 Conclusion 00:00
Dive deep into the captivating realm of hairdressing with our specially curated course, 'Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling.' For those with a burning passion for hair and an eagerness to master the myriad techniques of hair styling, this expansive program is your stepping stone to unparalleled success in the industry. Whether you're standing on the cusp of a budding career as a stylist or are simply a beauty aficionado eager to expand your horizons, our course is tailored to cultivate your innate creativity and sharpen your practical skills. With our guidance, you're not just learning - you're evolving into a well-rounded hairdressing maestro, ready to craft and shape the world one strand at a time. Learning Outcomes Master the fundamental principles of hairdressing. Develop proficiency in hair and scalp care techniques. Acquire essential skills for basic hair styling. Gain expertise in precision hair cutting. Explore advanced hair colouring and chemical treatments. Why buy this Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling for? Aspiring hair stylists and salon professionals. Beauty enthusiasts with a passion for hairdressing. Individuals seeking to start a career in the beauty industry. Salon owners looking to enhance their staff's skills. Anyone interested in mastering the art of hair styling. Prerequisites This Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Hairdressing Expertise: Unleash Your Creativity in Hair Styling was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Junior Hair Stylist: £15,000 - £20,000 per annum Senior Hair Stylist: £22,000 - £35,000 per annum Salon Manager: £25,000 - £40,000 per annum Hair Color Specialist: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum Bridal Hair Stylist: £18,000 - £28,000 per annum Freelance Hairdressing Expert: £20 - £40 per annum Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Hairdressing Introduction to Hairdressing 00:23:00 Module 02: Hair and Scalp Care Hair and Scalp Care 00:23:00 Module 03: Basic Hair Styling Techniques Basic Hair Styling Techniques 00:21:00 Module 04: Hair Cutting Hair Cutting 00:22:00 Module 05: Hair Colouring and Chemical Treatments Hair Colouring and Chemical Treatments 00:27:00 Module 06: Advanced Hair Styling and Techniques Advanced Hair Styling and Techniques 00:18:00
Description: Creative thinking and innovation are two critical components in our personal and professional lives. We do creativity on daily basis which helps us manage our daily chores. This Level 3 Diploma in Creative Thinking and Innovation will help you on how to recognize and hone your creative potential. In this course, you will learn to recognize the variation between creation and innovation, locate individual creativity, create their respective atmosphere, significance of creativity, problem solving methods and tools, people and group techniques and how to apply creative concept, etc. This course will ultimately help you to understand the importance of practicing to boost your creative and innovative skills. Learning Outcomes: How to recognise the variation between creativity and innovation How to locate their individual creativity Means to create their respective creative atmosphere The significance of creativity as well as innovation in business Problem solving methods and tools Personal and group techniques so as to assist produce creative concepts How to apply creative concepts Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Level 3 Diploma in Creative Thinking and Innovation is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Level 3 Diploma in Creative Thinking and Innovation is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Course Overview 00:15:00 What Is Creativity and Innovation? 00:15:00 Individual Creativity 00:30:00 Developing the Right Environment for Creativity 00:15:00 Creativity and Innovation in Business 00:15:00 Where Does Creativity Fit Into the Problem-Solving Process? 00:30:00 Defining the Problem 00:30:00 Creative Techniques 00:45:00 Encouraging Creativity In A Team 00:30:00 Putting It All Together 00:15:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Level 3 Diploma in Creative Thinking and Innovation 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Level 3 Diploma in Creative Thinking and Innovation 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00
Become a certified UI designer Learn how to create beautiful, pixel-perfect user interfaces Accelerate your career with an in-demand skillset Get a professional qualification in just 12 weeks Manage your own schedule with our flexible, self-paced online course Expand your career options UI skills are needed worldwide, and demand is growing. With a globally recognised qualification, you’ll become a more valuable, sought-after professional. Design with confidence You’ll understand the ‘why’ of good UI design by knowing the principles behind it. You’ll be able to defend your decisions and design with confidence. Work in a creative, rewarding job UI designers add personality and visual appeal to user interfaces. It’s an enjoyable career that rewards creativity: the perfect entry into tech for visually-minded people. A flexible, university-backed curriculum Our curriculum is university credit-rated and approved by the industry. Over 12 weeks, you’ll learn the principles and skills you need to become a confident UI designer. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 12 weeks Access to content 12 months Qualification Professional Certificate in UI Design Awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description During this 12 week, online course you will learn: Introduction to UI Design Brand and Personality Layout Design Principles Interactivity Typography Colour, shapes and effects Iconography and imagery Design process Presenting ideas UI design tools You will also work on a project and your portfolio with access to weekly mentor sessions, an active student community, and support from our student success team. Who is this course for? Graphic designers and digital designers who want to upskill to UI design UI designers who want to strengthen their knowledge and craft UX professionals who want to become more rounded product designers Anybody with a design background looking for a creative job in tech Requirements You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse mix of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. You need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. You need to be comfortable learning in English. All video lessons, course materials, webinars, correspondence and the final exam are delivered in English. Career path Students typically graduate into UI Designer jobs. The average UI Designer salary in the UK with 3-5 years experience is £62,500. This is based on data from Payscale, Totaljobs, Indeed, Talent, and Glassdoor