The Case for Divergent Thinking | Elif Akcali | TEDxUF

In this talk, Elif Akcali brings her innovative classroom lessons to the stage and argues for "divergent thinking" in every area of learning.
Dr. Akcali teaches an innovative 'Divergent Thinking' course at UF. Not only is she a professor, but she is also an engineer, a visual artist, a sporadic runner and a dedicated yogi. Dr. Ackali promotes intellectual curiosity and an openness to experiences and imagination along with a passion for engineering one’s identity.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

[@saraschaffer3212]

As an artist and marketing professional at the University of Florida Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, I am grateful students have the opportunity to learn differently from Dr. Akcali. Say yes to discomfort for the benefit of learning how to think with someone from another "tribe" will build a strong community of engineers, artists and business professionals!

[@salfusaro9540]

wonderful presentation on a great idea. so happy to hear it.

[@benedictgator]

Amazing!!! I wish I would say yes for a year! Maybe when I turn 40!

[@FMCariappa]

Are you 40 Yet?