Creativity
Goal II: Students will develop and practice creative thinking and problem-solving skills with a variety of complex topics within an area of study.
Why do we teach creativity and problem-solving?
Gifted learners have the ability to generate original ideas and solutions to problems. They often see problems or situations in a very different way than their peers (this is often referred to as divergent thinking). They should be provided with opportunities to develop and apply these skills in a meaningful way. This is done by providing gifted learners with time to explore alternative solutions to problems and the opportunity to take risks and experiment so that their creativity can be developed and not hindered in the educational environment.
Goal II: Students will develop and practice creative thinking and problem-solving skills with a variety of complex topics within an area of study.
Why do we teach creativity and problem-solving?
Gifted learners have the ability to generate original ideas and solutions to problems. They often see problems or situations in a very different way than their peers (this is often referred to as divergent thinking). They should be provided with opportunities to develop and apply these skills in a meaningful way. This is done by providing gifted learners with time to explore alternative solutions to problems and the opportunity to take risks and experiment so that their creativity can be developed and not hindered in the educational environment.