Abstract

This study suggests a teaching-learning method to improve creative design abilities of students majoring in design. By suggesting acreative design-inducing (CDI) teaching-learning method process and a creative design-inducing (CDI) teaching-learning method,this study aims to expand creative thinking among students with the aim of producing produce creative output as well as improvingthe effectiveness of design teaching. It also presents a case of the teaching-learning method in a design-related department, theprocess of teaching where the new method is applied is also examined. The teaching method this study suggests has the followingmerits: First, it allows the teacher to use various tools depending on the creative thinking abilities of individuals. By providingstudents with custom-made teaching, the method motivates and focuses students during the lesson. Second, it is easier for students togenerate creative ideas than with other teaching methods.