Problem Identification and Construction: What Do We Know, What Is the Future?

Roni Reiter-Palmon; Erika J. Robinson

doi:10.1037/a0014629

Problem Identification and Construction: What Do We Know, What Is the Future?

Roni Reiter-Palmon, Erika J. Robinson

Psychology

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Abstract

Many cognitive process theories of creativity include an initial process of problem identification, definition, and construction. Previous research suggests that problem identification and construction is related to creativity, and that creative individuals and experts tend to engage in problem identification and construction. Finally, previous research suggests that inducing active engagement in problem identification and construction, through instructions or training, facilitates creativity. The authors offer views regarding important future direction for researchers in this area. Specifically, issues regarding methodology, the relationship between personality and values and how problems are constructed, and problem identification and construction in teams are suggested as important avenues for future research.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	43-47
Number of pages	5
Journal	Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts
Volume	3
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1037/a0014629
State	Published - Feb 1 2009

Keywords

cognitive processes
creativity
problem construction
problem identification

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Developmental and Educational Psychology
Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Applied Psychology

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Reiter-Palmon, R., & Robinson, E. J. (2009). Problem Identification and Construction: What Do We Know, What Is the Future? Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts, 3(1), 43-47. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0014629

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