Developing Creativity in the Classroom

Developing Creativity in the Classroom applies the most current theory and research on creativity to support the design of teaching and learning. Creative thinking and problem solving are at the heart of learning and application as students prepare for innovation-driven careers.

Introduction Creativity, Problem Solving, and Innovation: 21st-Century Imperatives Part I What Is Creativity? Chapter 1 Understanding Creativity and Innovation Chapter 2 Influential Theories of Creativity Chapter 3 Assessing Creativity Part II Practicing a Creative Pedagogy Chapter 4 Integrated Approach to Teaching Creativity Chapter 5 Developing Psychosocial Skills to Sustain Creativity Chapter 6 Teaching Models to DevelopCreativity in the Classroom Chapter 7 Strategies and Tactics for DevelopingCreativity in the Classroom Part III Creative Pedagogy in the Content Areas Chapter 8 Developing Creative Abilities in Language Arts Chapter 9 Developing Creative Abilities in Mathematics Chapter 10 Developing Creative Abilities in Science Chapter 11 Developing Creative Abilities in Social Studies Part IV Systematic Development of Creativity Chapter 12 Creativity, Expertise, and Talent Development Chapter 13 Systematic Development of Creativity in Schools Chapter 14 Frontiers for Research on DevelopingCreativity in Schools References About the Authors Index