
Fostering Creativity in Gifted Students (Practical Strategies in Gifted Education)
Author: Bonnie Cramond Ph.D.Publisher: Prufrock PressPaperback:ISBN 10: 1593631731ISBN 13: 978-1593631734It is not possible to teach someone to be creative. It is not possible to teach someone to be intelligent. It is, however, possible to teach students to use the creativity and intelligence they already have. Students can be taught to think more creatively or intelligently and also can learn strategies for thinking more rationally or imaginatively.Encouraging creative thinking in the classroom is an exciting component of any effective gifted education program. This guide offers basic foundations required for supporting creativity. From establishing the right classroom environment, to using creative teaching strategies, to assessing student outcomes, this book is filled with practical information. The book also includes a listing of competitive contests and programs and an extensive list of resources.This is one of the books in Prufrock Press' popular Practical Strategies Series in Gi