The ICSC offers the possibility to continue learning and pursue a Master of Science degree through distance learning. A Master of Science degree requires 33 credit points, of which 18 have been acquired during the Certificate Program. Students will learn how to explore and understand current issues on creativity and change. They will use the elective courses to develop their mastery by concentrating on one of the focus areas:
CRS 625: Current Issues in Creative Studies
Prerequisite: CRS 559 or CRS 560.
In-depth survey of current issues on the nature or nurture of creativity; skill development in research and scholarship to increase critical thinking skills and general content literacy of creativity practitioners in any discipline; review, analysis, and interpretation of findings from empirical and non-empirical sources, with some emphasis on the background and development of research at the International Center for Studies in Creativity.
+ 1-2 Elective Courses
You must complete 3 electives total by the end of Block Six.
CRS 690 Master’s Project (3 Credits)
The Master’s project is designed to provide evidence of your mastery of the creative studies program through an applied project. It is a self-designed and directed inquiry into an area of personal interest. The range of projects is as diverse as the students engaged in them.
+ 1-2 Elective Courses
You must complete 3 electives total by the end of Block Six.
Students may also take an graduate level elective from another department.
CRS 530 Creative Teaching and Learning
Creative teaching and learning in formal school, childcare, homeschool and informal museums, libraries, clubs and family settings. Best practices and research-based approaches and materials for creativity education, facilitating opportunities to nurture creative behavior, building supportive learning environments, addressing resistance to creative teaching, and advocating for creative learning.
CRS 590 Independent Study
Independent study provides an opportunity for a student to pursue a topic that may be covered only briefly or not at all in a regular course offering. To enroll in an independent study, you’ll need to discuss with faculty members these areas of interest and secure a faculty member Creative Studies Graduate Student Handbook Distance Student Handbook Version 1.0 Current as of June 50 who is willing to serve as your advisor.
CRS 614 Advanced Cognitive Tools for Creative Problem Solving - Thinking Skills Model
Prerequisite: CRS 559.
The Creative Problem Solving (CPS) model continues to be developed and refined. The current version Thinking Skills Model- positions CPS as a framework for teaching thinking. This course focuses on developing students’ skills in applying and facilitating advanced creative problem solving tools that involve diagnostic, visionary, strategic, ideational, evaluative,contextual, and tactical thinking. It provides students with a deeper understanding of the thinking skills framework for CPS and it expands
Their thinking skills by teaching them a diverse set of thinking tools. The cognitive tools are drawn from the larger field of creativity (beyond The Creative Problem Solving model) as well as from other areas of theory and practice such as quality improvement, strategic management, and include decision-making, and various problem-solving models. Students who are interested in a deep immersion in the Creative Problem Solving-Thinking Skills model and exposure to a wider set of thinking tools will find this course of particular interest.
CRS 619 Organizational Creativity and Innovation
Prerequisite: CRS 559.
Current research and practice related to organizational creativity and innovation. Developing skill in leading innovation and change initiatives in organizations from an applied perspective. Catalog Links Contents
CRS 625 Current Issues in Creative Studies
Prerequisite: CRS 559 or CRS 560.
In-depth survey of current issues on the nature or nurture of creativity; skill development in research and scholarship to increase critical thinking skills and general content literacy of creativity practitioners in any discipline; review, analysis, and interpretation of findings from empirical and non-empirical sources, with some emphasis on the background and development of research at the International Center for Studies in Creativity.
CRS 670: Foundations in Teaching and Training Creativity
Prerequisites: CRS 559 and CRS 610.
Practical experience in using principles of creative learning, Creative Problem Solving (CPS), and leadership to facilitate groups; guided practice and independent work in realistic teaching/training situations to develop independent learners and reflective practitioners; use of CPS facilitation skills to develop instructional designs and examine ways to modify teaching and leading with CPS in various groups or situations.
CRS 680: Designing and Delivering Creativity Education
Prerequisites: CRS 559 and CRS 560.
Team-teaching experience in creative studies undergraduate courses under direct supervision of the faculty. With permission of instructor, under special circumstances, team teaching may be done in a school, in industry, or in a special creative problem-solving program.
Creativity Expert Exchange, Buffalo NY
The International Center for Studies in Creativity organizes an annual conference to offer the creativity community the Creativity Expert Exchange (CEE) conference experience. CEE serves as a vehicle to involve alumni, students, faculty and other creativity experts in a vibrant community dedicated to supporting one another’s learning and practice.
The conference consists of a variety of workshops as well as social events to provide ample opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues, be reenergized by the exciting advances of our community, and feel refreshed by the creative, supportive environment that defines the ICSC experience.
For more details, please contact the department at creativity@buffalostate.edu
