There are numerous cultural barriers to creativity, and over
times there will become more even. Some cultural barriers that the book talks
about are; requirement to conformity, particular arenas for competition, dependence
of generalization, expectation of politeness, and reliance on expert knowledge.
I think that some of these barriers would keep a group from being creative. For
example with expectation of politeness; one person might not think that they
are being polite with what their idea is, and they might share it in fear of
being impolite to someone of a different culture. People like to follow the
norm for a certain culture, so that they don’t get mocked or left out. They could
also have a better way of doing something and very creative, but they don’t share
it because of the cultural barriers. It would be nice for there to be no barriers
and people would be creative on their own. I don’t believe that I have
experienced any of these barriers personally, but I might have and just not
realized it.
Hi,
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting to see whom we team up in-group activities. As college students, we trust each other to achieve the high grade for the class. However, we are not aware of the barrier within the group. For the most part, there is always a leader in a group. This person will make sure the deadlines are completed, and everything goes as planned within the group. If someone is willing to take the roll as leader, then he or she will be able to present for the group. I never was in a group that was lost. Establishing groups help build information to complete the class assignments.