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Category - Media

Topic - The Creative Process (Phase One)

Issue - (Role #1) The Explorer searches for information*

Tiptoid -

In the creative process, the Explorer's role is to search, look, and probe for information.

The Explorer must be open and pay attention to different kinds of information.

The Explorer never gets stuck in routine, where only old ideas exist.

The Explorer loves to wander off track. Curiosity and taking risks can be exciting and invigorating.

To perform effectively, the Explorer must have flexibility, courage and openness.

Here are some approaches the Explorer takes to perform his/her role –

1. Create an idea map so you know what you're looking for.
2. Leave your boundaries and open your worlds.
3. Don't forget ideas you had in the past.
4. Be curious about everything.
5. Look for ideas in places you've been avoiding.
6. Notice what is right in front of you.
7. Stand back and look at the Big Picture.

As an Explorer, you will be amazed at the information you discover using these approaches. Now, find out what the Artist does with the information that has been discovered by checking out Tech Tip “The Creative Process (Phase Two).”

*information from “A Kick in the Seat of the Pants” by Roger Van Oech

Glossary -

probe - to investigate or search

invigorate – to give life and energy to

Find Out More - read “A Kick in the Seat of the Pants” by Roger Van Oech

Submitted by - Stephanie Zadora

Site Managers - Nana Yeboah and Kelsey Tedder

May 2006

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