Week 7: Analogical Thinking - Reflection

An Analogy is comparable to metaphors and similes as it shows how two different things are similar, but in a more complex way.
It is a comparison between two things, typically on the basis of their structure and for the purpose of explanation or clarification. 
"An analogy between the workings of nature and those of human societies".

Types of analogies:
1) Personal analogy 
2) Direct analogy 
3) Symbolic analogy
4) Fantasy analogy




Class exercise:

Reflection:   Analogical thinking has allowed me to think out of the box and relate to things I would not have typically relate to. It also makes an enormous efficient use of information and mental processing power to influence creativity and inspire design. My mind is engaged during the process of analogical thinking and I believe it will have a powerful impact on my creative thinking process and ideas.