Creativity in leaning...............PPTX

Creativity in Learning

1. How a child can “CREATE ” C – ombine R – earrage E – limanate A – dapt T – ry another use E - xtend

2. How can learning setting influence creativity? Support environment Home environment – Family members interaction, quality of parent-child relationships, warmth and encouragement, a secure and stable environment. School environment – teacher student relationship; classroom activities, positive-open-democratic and free environment, positive interpersonal relationships. Creative programmes Creative teachers & way of teaching

3. Ways or step to develop child creativity Allow for your child to make simple choices (such as what to eat or where to go on a weekend) This encourages them to think independently, exercising an important aspect of creativity. Encouraging independence from caregivers and media - A child that is constantly entertained by others or the television will struggle to find things to do on their own without access to media. Provide supplies can all contribute to elaborate dramatic items in your child’s environment to stimulate their imaginations – Drawing supplies, blocks, books, and random craft supplies can all contribute to elaborate dramatic play schemes. Brainstorm different uses for items with your child – example a card board tube can be a telescope, tower or person. Validate all your child’s idea, praising for such impressive imagination. Ask your child open-minded questions to stretch their understanding and help them to postulate ideas. Engage in story telling – start a story and take turns building upon it. Follow your child’s lead in what the mood of the story should be.

4. How can learning setting influence creativity?

5. Benefits of creativity Promoting creative thinking is a powerful way of engaging children with their learning. Children think creatively show increased levels of motivation and self esteems. Developing the capacity of thinking in a creative way, can enrich their lives and help them to contribute to a better society.