Collaboration and Team Problem Solving |CP8|
Harness Collective Creativity to Solve Complex Challenges
Welcome to "Collaboration and Team Problem Solving," the eighth course in the Mastering Creative Problem Solving series. This course delves into the interpersonal and structural elements crucial for creative collaboration, equipping you with the skills to effectively lead and contribute in team-based problem-solving environments.
Creativity flourishes in collaborative settings, but only when communication is clear, roles are well-defined, and conflict is handled constructively. You will learn how to cultivate group creativity, leverage diverse perspectives, and transform disagreements into productive advancements.
Through real-world case studies and dynamic exercises, this course will help you foster a high-performing team culture built on trust, innovation, and shared purpose.
🎯 What You’ll Learn
Effective Team Dynamics
Understand the fundamentals of team collaboration: roles, communication, norms, and group decision-making that enable productive, innovative teamwork.
Facilitating Group Creativity
Learn how to guide teams through idea generation sessions, apply creativity-enhancing frameworks, and build psychological safety.
Managing Conflict in a Creative Team
Develop techniques to address disagreements constructively, prevent idea shutdowns, and maintain a healthy environment where debate fuels innovation.
📦 What’s Included
  • Engaging, beginner-friendly Audio Deep Dives & Text lessons
  • Coaching Session: Creative Collaboration Exercises Workbook
  • Case studies from cross - functional teams, startups, and creative agencies
  • Practical guides on communication styles, team roles, and creative facilitation
  • Role - play and team - based exercises for creative collaboration
  • Downloadable study guide, team alignment templates, and conflict resolution checklists
  • Bonus: Creativity warm - ups for teams and inclusive brainstorming toolkit
👤Target Audience
  • Team leaders, facilitators, and project managers guiding group innovation
  • HR professionals building collaborative and creative team cultures
  • Team members wanting to strengthen their communication and collaboration skills
  • Anyone contributing to or coordinating creative group efforts
✅ Requirements
  • No leadership experience necessary open to all team members
  • Willingness to explore your team role and group dynamics
  • Completion of prior creativity modules is recommended for full context
🎓 Certification
Earn a Certificate of Completion showcasing your collaborative innovation skills ideal for team development, agile environments, and cross - functional project leadership.
🌐 Part of the Mastering Creative Problem Solving Learning Path
This course empowers you to amplify creativity through collaboration:
Introduction to Creative Problem Solving
Developing a Creative Mindset Overview
Problem Identification and Analysis
Idea Generation Techniques
Idea Evaluation and Selection
Developing Creative Solutions
Overcoming Creativity Blocks
Collaboration and Team Problem Solving
Applying Creative Problem Solving in Real Life
Together, these lessons build a full - circle journey from individual insight to team transformation.
🚀 Creativity Is a Team Sport
Learn to collaborate better, innovate together, and solve problems no one can tackle alone.