The article describes two one-hour sessions in image making, which serves as the foundation of the creative language arts program used by the author in teaching poetry and writing to children (grades K through 5). (SBH)

Teaching is seen as having been buffeted by social crosswinds including the racial revolution, student rebellions, and the women's movement. The traditional distinction between scholarship and teaching is discussed, and characteristics of great teaching are identified: knowledge of subject matter, passion for one's subject, clarity of…

The article presents research reports on the nature of creativity, including such elements as its characteristics; the function of the affective gatekeeper (which filters the "reality" perceived by each individual); the constructs of perception; and the functions of role playing, altered states of consciousness, and fantasy. (PHR)

Shows that the "highly creative" group did not differ significantly from the control group on measures of ego strength or nonconforming achievement. Indicates that the highly creative group was more conforming than the control group in their need for achievement. (Author/RL)

Sport as a social institution channels human experience along lines reflective of the Western cultural definition of reality as a linear, role-specific, and inflexible phenomenon. This attitude impedes the appreciation and development of the creative and philosophical aspects of athletics. (LH)

In attempting to isolate the characteristics of leaders which impede creativity, the author reviews research on the personality traits and behavioral manifestations of leadership, with particular consideration given to environmental, socioeconomic, and situational factors. (SBH)

Presents comments on the arguments of Paul Feyerabend toward progression science. The positions held by this philosopher of science are given with accompanying remarks from other philosophers and historians. (SA)

Develops a definition of giftedness. Presents three traits of giftedness: above average ability, creativity, and task commitment. The definition includes an interaction among those three traits. (MA)

Presents examples of creative humor activities produced by gifted elementary students. These include droodles, create-a-creature, wanted posters, and work machines. (MA)

Guilford's (1967) divergent production tests and Wallach and Kogan's (1965) associative creative thinking tests are designed to measure abilities central to the creative process. However, results with these two batteries have been used to support alternative conceptions of creative ability. This research makes a beginning at studying these tests…

The absence of a systematically and readily available set of training activities may be the reason why studies on increasing creative thinking ability in educable mentally retarded children have had little or no influence on actual classroom practice. An experimental treatment program, commercially available and easy to administer, was used to…

Suggests that our public school systems must provide an atmosphere of equality and sharing where adolescents can feel safe enough to creatively express their innermost feelings. (Author/RK)

Provides an overview of traditional career development theory and juxtaposes it with new perspectives on work as an expression of a spiritual connection with meaning. Suggestions for counseling practices that combine meaning in work and life are offered. Argues that adopting such a view will enhance therapeutic flexibility. (RJM)

Refutes Bonnie Cramond's claim that divergent-thinking tests surpass expert opinions in judging creativity. Baer's original article deplores using "creativity" tests to select students for gifted/talent programs. He recommends having experts evaluate the creativity of actual products (poems and artwork). All students should be taught…