Training in creative problem solving: Effects on ideation and problem finding and solving in an industrial research organization
Min Basadur; George, B. Graen; Stephen, G. Green
Organizational Behavior and Human Performance 30(1): 41-70
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0030-5073 DOI: 10.1016/0030-5073(82)90233-1
Accession: 061698325
The effects of training in a multistage "complete process of creative problem solving" on attitudes and behaviors of individuals were assessed both immediately after training and return to work. A controlled field "true" experiment was conducted within an engineering department doing applied research in a large industrial organization. Multiple methods and measures were employed on trained (n = 16), placebo (n = 16), and nonplacebo (n = 13) groups.