The Creative Mode of Being.

Kokot, Shirley J.; Colman, Jane

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ERIC Number: EJ555529

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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The Creative Mode of Being.

Kokot, Shirley J.; Colman, Jane

Journal of Creative Behavior, v31 n3 p212-26 3rd Qtr 1997

Postulates that creativity is a state of being challenged by the socialization process in Western civilization, which stifles creativity from early childhood. Explores definitions and theories of creativity, the functions of the social ego, and the different modes of being. Discusses implications for education. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Creative Development, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Inhibition, Social Theories, Socialization

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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