Enhancing Creativity in Students with Gifts or Talents

This course examines the history, definition, and current theories of creativity, including intermingling concepts of giftedness, talent, and creativity. Steps of the creative process are outlined and characteristics of creative individuals in various domains are examined. Strategies to encourage creativity through motivation and schooling are presented, as well as things to avoid. Techniques for creativity training are demonstrated.

Topics and Objectives

Historical Foundations of Creativity

  • Analyze the historical development of the understanding, acceptance, and pursuit of creativity.
  • Compare and contrast concepts of creativity.

Terminology and Definitions

  • Define creativity.
  • Analyze the relationship between gifted, talented, and creative.
  • Define terminology related to creativity.

Current Theories on Creativity

  • Analyze current theories on creativity.

Brain-Based Research

  • Compare the left-brain/right-brain theory to newer theories about whole brain functioning as related to creative thinking.
  • Model brain-based activities which enable students to "feel" the creative process.

Characteristics of Creative Individuals

  • Compare and contrast the personality and intellectual characteristics of creative people in various domains.

Program Models of Creativity

  • Evaluate program models used in schools.

Instructional Strategies to Enhance Creativity

  • Analyze methods that enhance or block the creative process.

Assessment of Creativity

  • Analyze various methods of assessing creativity.

Communication and Collaborative Partnerships

  • Identify contests and problem-solving projects.
  • Explore parent involvement and training to enhance support.

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