Required skills

communication skills to discuss and explore ideas about creativity with others

comprehension skills to interpret information dealing with potentially complex ideas

Required knowledge

impact of creativity at different points in history including contemporary perspectives

potential links between the history of creativity and current individuals and communities

sources of information on the history and social impact of creativity

ways in which different factors impact on creativity and how it is demonstrated in various cultural contexts

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

knowledge and understanding of the history and social impact of creativity including its contemporary relevance to individuals and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to sources of information on the history of creativity

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

evaluation of candidates exploration of creativity and its impact demonstrated through oral or written presentation

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of creativity in an historical and contemporary context

review of identification of opportunities to build own creative thinking skills

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

Sources of information may include:

Impacts of creativity may include:

Different fields of human endeavour may be:

Factors that affect the presence or extent of creativity may include:

Opportunities to build own creative thinking skills may include: