Twenty skills are identified and illustrated by example activities which should help the student receive, organize, and analyze data; manipulate it at a symbolic or model level; and treat it in imaginative ways through purposeful distortion and fantasy. (CL)

The article describes language arts and curriculum methods used in a graduate seminar to promote appreciation for creative writing. Students were asked to rewrite the story of "Little Red Riding Hood" in various styles. (CL)

The development of the LARC (Learning Activities to Raise Creativity) program for academically gifted school students is discussed. Among the goals of the program are exposure of students to multidisciplinary subject matter not encountered in the regular classroom and the nurture of creative thinking. (PHR)

Research on the effects of hypnotic induction and marijuana intoxication on creativity are discussed, with special focus on right hemisphere functioning. (CL)

Discusses several early simplistic theories on the sources of creativity so as to provide a basis for the thesis that creativity springs from a natural human quality. (Author/RK)

Attempts to define "creative categorization" using animal behavior and human perception as examples. (RK)

Article states that: "The common cause of the religious communities and the arts is to affirm an earlier, now far stranger view in which the spirit of man is basic to the humanity they invest and struggle for politically, socially and economically." (Author)

Uses Darwin's evolution theory as put forth in "The Descent of Man" as an analogy to explain the relationship between creativity in childhood and adulthood, concentrating on source and continuity. Also discusses creativity in childhood and differences between children's and adults' creativity. (DR)

Outlines investigations revealing that the typical classroom is filled with teaching practices that kill intrinsic motivation and creativity. Reviews research designed to immunize students against the negative effects of these damaging classroom elements. (SLD)

A literature review identified five foci of organizational learning: collectivity of individual learning, process or system, culture or metaphor, knowledge management, and continuous improvement. The concept of organizational learning was redefined to incorporate the perspective of creativity and radical innovation. (Contains 78 references.) (SK)

Contends teachers must resist the temptation to suggest that, while children can create stories and melodies, they cannot create mathematics. Quotes mathematician G. H. Hardy: "A mathematician, like a painter or poet, is a 'maker' of patterns." Considers mathematics should be able to stand up for itself. (BT)

Profiles the winners of a national photography contest for students who are deaf and includes the prize-winning photographs. Information is provided on how to sponsor a photography contest, including choosing the theme, size range, contestants, and timelines for exhibition. Ways to have the photos judged and exhibited are also addressed. (CR)

Creativity is universal and not limited by age. Creative acts help in understanding the meaning of life and aging; they contribute to well-being and life satisfaction. Programs such as Elderhostel and California's Creative Aging Workshops nurture creativity in older adults. (SK)

Presents flow theory in the context of evolution. Defines the elements of "flow" and contends that flow results in an optimal state of inner harmony which improves one's chance for survival. Identifies consequences of flow for creativity, peak performance, talent development, productivity, self-esteem, and stress reduction. Examines the…