There are many misunderstandings and myths about giftedness and creativity. We just debunked one myth, that creativity is limited to talented individuals who are extraordinary in a content area, and we learned that the level of creative ability may vary from person to person, but everyone has the capacity to improve his/her creative thinking abilities. Don Treffinger explains myths and misunderstandings as they relate to education and our gifted children.
Read Overcoming Misunderstandings on the Importance of Creativity by Don Treffinger. As you read, keep in mind the question, why is it important that we incorporate creativity into our gifted classrooms. If we do not, how is this affecting the learning outcomes of our gifted students? The myths and misunderstandings presented will help you understand the significance of a creative gifted classroom environment. When you have finished reading, return to the course content.