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Lateral Thinking

Creativity Step by Step

Edward de Bono

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Chapter Overview

Description

Lateral Thinking (1970) explains the important differences between vertical and lateral thinking. It offers techniques on how to strengthen your ability to think creatively – and spark important changes and innovations along the way. It also provides lessons that teachers can use to help young students develop a talent for lateral thinking.

Who Should Listen

  • People who want to improve at thinking outside the box
  • Teachers looking for lessons to inspire creative thinking
  • Executives eager for more productive brainstorming sessions

About the Authors

Edward de Bono was a philosopher, professor, psychologist, and the inventor of the term “lateral thinking.” He was on the faculty of universities such as Oxford, Harvard, and Cambridge. He wrote over 80 books, including The Mechanism of the Mind and Six Thinking Hats