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Leadership Style, Anonymity, and Creativity in Group Decision Support Systems: The Mediating Role of Optimal Flow.
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Sosik, John J.; Kahai, Surinder S.; Avolio, Bruce J. – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1999
A study involving 159 undergraduates found that flow (a psychological state characterized by concentration, enjoyment, and intrinsic motivation) mediated effects of leadership style on creativity in a Group Decision Support System (GDSS) context, and that its role may be moderated by anonymity. Results also indicated that both flow and anonymity…
Descriptors: Adults, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity
Phases and Changes: Using I Ching as a Source of Generative Metaphors in Teaching Small Group Discussion.
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Holt, G. Richard; Chang, Hui-Ching – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1992
This essay describes the use of I Ching hexagrams as a focus to improve the ability of college student groups to evolve creative solutions and improve decision-making skills. The philosophy of I Ching is briefly explained, and examples are given of hexagram interpretations which are applicable to group discussion and problem solving. (DB)
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Creative Activities, Creative Development, Creativity
Using a Group Decision Support System for Creativity.
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Aiken, Milam; Riggs, Mary – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1993
A computer-based group decision support system (GDSS) to increase collaborative group productivity and creativity is explained. Various roles for the computer are identified, and implementation of GDSS systems at the University of Mississippi and International Business Machines are described. The GDSS is seen as fostering productivity through…
Descriptors: Adults, Brainstorming, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs