Step-by-Step Guide to Innovating at School and Work

by Susan Burns Chong

Overview

Our society needs innovators if we are to successfully face the challenges of today and tomorrow. This one-of-a-kind resource helps teens develop the skills of innovation, which will be in increasing demand in the 21st-century workplace. Drawing upon research and lessons from brain science, business, education, and consulting, the author gives young people access to key processes and habits of mind for solving problems and discovering new opportunities in the world around them. The efforts and accomplishments of some of today's most innovative teens and a number of great innovators in history are woven into the accessible and inspiring narrative.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477777862
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2014
Series:	Winning at Work Readiness Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Prepare Yourself 6

Chapter 2 Investigate 15

Chapter 3 Imagine 24

Chapter 4 Innovate 32

Chapter 5 Keep Learning 39

Glossary 51

For More Information 53

For Further Reading 56

Bibliography 58

Index 61