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Each year, OM teams receive five new competitive problems to solve. Some of the problems are more technical in nature, while others are artistic or performance-based. Each team works together for several months to reach a solution. In this way, Odyssey of the Mind teaches students how to think creatively by providing open-ended problems that appeal to a wide range of interests.
For the long-term problem, competing teams are scored in two areas: the solution itself and the "style" or enhancement of the solution. Focusing on the style aspect of the presentation gives students an opportunity to showcase their creativity.
Links:
Check the FAQ for forms, and other information.
Long term problems at the Odyssey of the Mind web site
Look at the events page to see our local spontaneous evenets. If you need help finding new and fresh ideas for verbal and hands-on spontaneous problems? Try out these links:
The Edison OM Spontaneous Archive
Arizona Odyssey of the Mind Spontaneous Tips
Spontaneous Problem of the Week
Create Your Own Hands-On Spontaneous Problem (Georgia)
Florida State OotM spontaneous aids