Creativity is more than producing zany ideas; it’s a way of thinking. Blending creativity into a gifted curriculum is necessary in order to meet the cognitive, developmental, and affective needs of the gifted child. In her article Ways to Enhance Creativity: A Different Approach, Dr. Jane Piirto, director of Ashland University’s Talent and Development Education program, points out that creativity is more than just fun, games, and alternative solutions. She sees creativity as an emotional journey more than a cognitive one.
At this time read Characteristics Associated with Creativity. You may print this list for future reference if you would like to do so.
Read 18 Things Highly Creative People Do Differently, by Carolyn Gregoire.
This will provide a better understanding of characteristics of creative people. When you have finished reading, continue with the course content.