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Publication Date: 2021
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Unpacking the Relation between Spatial Abilities and Creativity in Geometry
Gridos, Panagiotis; Avgerinos, Evgenios; Deliyianni, Eleni; Elia, Iliada; Gagatsis, Athanasios; Geitona, Zoi
European Educational Researcher, v4 n3 p307-328 2021
This study aims to examine the relation between spatial ability and creativity in Geometry. Data was collected from 94 ninth graders. Three spatial abilities were investigated: spatial visualization, spatial relations and closure flexibility. As for students' creativity, it was examined through a multiple solution problem in Geometry focusing on three components of creativity: fluency, flexibility, and originality. The results revealed that spatial visualization predicted flexibility and originality while closure flexibility predicted all creativity components. Additionally, it was deduced that auxiliary constructions played an essential role in the problem-solution process. Finally, further study opportunities for the teaching and learning of Geometry are discussed.
Descriptors: Spatial Ability, Creativity, Geometry, Problem Solving, Visualization, Mathematics Skills, Creative Thinking, Grade 9, Correlation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 9; High Schools; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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