From Single to Double―loop Learning： A Paradigm Shift in Improving Creativity in Chinese Design Cl.docVIP

From Single to Double―loop Learning： A Paradigm Shift in Improving Creativity in Chinese Design Cl 　　【Abstract】To explore the reasons and counter-measures for the absence of creative thinking among my Chinese students majoring art design， my learning develops from single-loop learning to double-loop learning. On the basis of professional expertise in art design， students’ inner interest and enthusiasm can be promoted by establishing learning organization and self-managed learning. 　　【Key words】creative thinking； single and double-loop learning； design class 　　Introduction 　　The concepts of single and double-loop learning were first introduced by Argyris and Schon in the theories of action. The implication of the concept is that our action may or may not be in line with our espoused theories but its consistence with theories-in-use is without fall. When the “dissonance” took place， we may naturally respond in two ways： firstly， we may seek for other alternative to achieve the same outcome； secondly， we choose another way out and reflect why and why not. The first response is called single-loop learning， and the second double-loop learning. Compared to single-loop learning， double-loop learning therefore involves reflection on values and norms and， by implication， the social structures which were instrumental in their development and which render them meaningful. 　　Interpreted from individual， process and product aspects， the term creativity can be synthesized to be “the outcome of the interaction between the innovating individual and the social filed”. Closely linked to the creativity is the importance creative thinking possesses. Derived from the qualities of problem solvers， the research generates three major components necessary for individual creativity in any particular domain： domain-relevant skills； creative-relevant skills and intrinsic task motivation. 　　I. My Single-loop Learning 　　During my MA study in Britain， I found a sharp contrast in the de