Brainstorming Techniques Overview

A set of flashcards summarizing key concepts and techniques of brainstorming, including definitions and techniques for effective idea generation.

What is brainstorming?

A group problem-solving or creativity technique where participants use their collective intelligence to approach a creative problem.

Who discovered brainstorming and when?

Brainstorming was discovered by Alex Osborn in the late 1940s.

What is each participant's role during brainstorming?

Participants should share their ideas without criticism to foster creativity.

What does LOTS stand for in the context of brainstorming?

Lower Order Thinking Skills.

What is the purpose of brainstorming?

To generate a quantity of creative ideas and encourage imaginative thinking.

A technique where team members individually write down their ideas to eliminate anchoring bias and encourage participation.

What is 'Brain Writing'?

Consider how someone else, like a boss or celebrity, might handle a situation to gain new perspectives and ideas.

Describe 'Figuring Storming'.

What is 'Online Brainstorming' also known as?

Brain-Netting.

Time limitations help generate ideas quickly without filtering or overthinking.

How does 'Rapid Ideation' work?

Going around the circle for each person to offer an idea one at a time.

What is the 'Round Robin Brainstorming' technique?

Focuses on producing as many questions as possible about a topic, addressing who, what, where, when, and why.

Explain the 'Star Bursting' technique.

A style where members contribute individually before hearing others' ideas, ensuring independent input.

What is the 'Stepladder Technique'?