The author reviews research on Kirlian photography (a method of converting non-electrical properties of an object into electrical properties which are then captured on film), and suggests that the Kirlian photography process can provide the gifted student with an additional avenue for the development of creative capacities. (SBH)

A teacher describes how she uses storytelling in her fifth grade classes, because storytelling combines listening skills and imagination with the nuances of language, history, culture, and values. Resources are listed. Two insets discuss the benefits of storytelling and offer tips on becoming a storytelling teacher. (MT)

The paper discusses creativity and the creative process, cites current methods used to improve creativity in the workplace, and explains the concept of values and value systems as they relate to creativity. Values and value systems are defined; and their source, their nature and functions, and their measurement are outlined. (JDD)

Educators and advocates should strongly support the incorporation of aesthetic and art education into the school curriculum, since it provides images that help make comprehension of concepts easier. Evidence shows that, through art, music, and dramatic experiences, students learn to work together, express themselves, think creatively, and make…

Research based effectiveness information is given for the following major instructional materials: Purdue Creative Thinking Program, Productive Thinking Program, Creative Problem Solving Program, Creative Studies Project, Imigi/Craft Series, Thinking Creatively, New Directions in Creativity, and the Peabody Language Development Kits. (DB)

The author argues that because vocational students are similar to artists in their creative patterns, they will benefit from the artistic skills of developing style, appreciating and critiquing surroundings, producing pleasing work, and creating social contribution. Research applying skills to vocational needs and teaching methods structuring…

The author describes activities of a weekly enrichment class providing right-brain tasks to gifted elementary students. Activities, which centered on artistic creativity, were taken from "Drawing On the Right Side of the Brain" by B. Edwards. (CL)

The author identifies and describes what he regards as 25 of the most significant outcomes or products of 25 years of creativity research. Some were selected for the influence they have had on educational practices; others were selected for their potential in making a difference in future educational practice. (JN)

Problems arise when creativity is viewed in terms of personality or cognitive traits considered apart from products produced. The encouragement of high level achievement within particular disciplines and subject matter is suggested to develop creativity. (DF)

Findings from a meta-analysis of 46 studies on the effectivenss of creativity training revealed that the program with the most consistent impact on Torrance Test of Creative Thinking was the Osborne-Paines Creative Problem Solving program. Generally, verbal creativity appeared to be more affected by training than figural creativity. (CL)

The review of the literature cites approaches for enhancing the strengths of gifted disadvantaged youth through such "creative positives" as creative problem solving, art activities, dramatics and storytelling, and creative writing. (CL)

Discusses the purpose, goals and ambitions of school art programs. (GB)

Interviews the author of a program in the language arts which develops creativity. (RB)