High Level Of Creativity Research Articles

Temperament and creativity – implications for mental health and education

Creativity is a complex phenomenon, which level is affected by variables such as intellectual competence, temperament, personality and emotions. Research shows that patients with bipolar affective disorder have a higher level of creativity than healthy controls. The model of affective temperament developed by Hagop Akiskal enables the research on relationships between predispositions to bipolar disorder and creativity. Previous studies on the relationship between affective temperament and creativity are conducted by comparing temperaments of representatives of creative professions and people outside this group, as well as by studying the relationship between affective temperament and creativity assessed both subjectively and through objective tests. However, the temperamental traits contributing to creative potential have their downside, as they have been linked to higher risk of psychological and emotional problems. They may also be related to poorer educational and academic achievement. The article presents up to date research on the relationship between affective temperament and creativity, as well as mechanisms explaining them. It also discusses the relationship between temperament, mental health, and educational achievement, as well as its implications for psychological and pedagogical interventions.

Creativity as Key Trigger to Cognitive Achievement: Effects of Digital and Analog Learning Interventions

AbstractThis study analyses the coherent integration of creativity into science education modules for eighth-grade students to enhance competence development. The learning modules’ content covered a basic ecological unit about forests, applied as digital or analog lesson. By utilizing the creativity subscales ‘Act’ and ‘Flow’ its analysis resulted in a clear factorial structure. Notably, higher levels of creativity were associated with increased cognitive learning achievements among students, irrespective of the instructional delivery method—be it analog or digital. Particularly, the ‘Act’ and ‘Flow’ dimensions exhibited a promising potential for augmenting learning outcomes in learner-centric, gamified modules. The mentoring role of teachers is supposed to promote a flow state and simultaneously to highlight the significance of autonomy in learning processes. Unexpectedly, there were no discernible gender differences. This research significantly contributes to our understanding of the interplay among creativity, learning success, and instructional modalities within the realm of science education.

Development of an artificial intelligence curriculum design for children in Taiwan and its impact on learning outcomes

In the digital age, the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an irreversible trend, with its potential in the field of education being particularly noteworthy. However, there are currently few AI education programs for children in Taiwan, and there is a lack of systematic teaching resources and methods, which poses a major challenge to the promotion of AI education. To address this challenge, this study designed a tailor-made AI curriculum for children in Taiwan, aimed at enhancing their foundational knowledge in the AI field and skills in using generative AI. This study was conducted in Taiwan, involving 30 elementary school students from grades 3 and 4, employing a single-group pre-test and post-test research design. Data were collected and analyzed through pre-and post-tests on AI knowledge quizzes and AI knowledge self-assessment, as well as the expert consensual assessment technique and the pupils’ attitude toward technology survey questionnaire. Research shows that students who participated in the AI course significantly improved their test scores on AI knowledge before and after the course. The students AI knowledge increased by 62.75%, demonstrating the course’s effectiveness and showing a positive attitude towards AI technology. Additionally, the student’s project outcomes demonstrated a high level of creativity. The students exhibited an enhanced interest and positive attitude towards learning AI, expressing a willingness to participate in more AI educational courses. This work provides valuable experience and guidance for the future integration of AI technology in children’s education, offering practical guidelines for teachers and researchers on how to effectively teach AI knowledge, as well as serving as a robust reference for educational policy makers in formulating strategies to promote AI education.

A STUDY OF RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTUITION AND CREATIVITY

Main problem. At the moment, in post-Jungian personality typologies (socionics and MBTI) there are a lot of conflicting hypotheses regarding the intuition / sensory scale.Purpose. Purpose of this article was to testing the content of the Intuition/Sensing scale of Jungian personality types and, namely, the relationship between the Intuition pole and Imagination and Foresight.Methods. For this purpose, we have performed a correlation analysis of typological scales and the scales of the creative thinking model by Williams and the thinking styles model by Epstein.Results and their significance. The results of the analysis demonstrate a statistically significant relationship between the Intuition pole and Imagination. Consequently, it manifests itself in the fact that Intuitive people are more creative than Sensing types people. The Intuition/Sensing scale did not show any correlation with thinking styles by Epstein. According to Epstein, Intuitive thinking style correlateswith the Ethics pole, and Rational thinking style —with the Logic pole. These conclusions are also supported by the relationship between Intuitive thinking style by Epstein and high levels of Emotional Intelligence as measured with the RMET questionnaire. Another important result of this study is the examination of relationship between level of Creativity and Intuitive or Rational thinking styles by Epstein. The results of analysis have shown that high levels of Creativity correlate with high values of both Intuitive and Rational thinking. This suggests that people with a highly developed thinking ability, regardless of its style, are more creative.

Profile of generation Z characteristics: Implications for contemporary educational approaches

Generation Z, comprised of individuals born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, has become a subject of interest in discussions on social, cultural, and educational trends. Technological advancements and changes in social dynamics have significantly influenced the characteristics of this generation. This research aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Generation Z characteristics and explore how these traits can shape contemporary educational approaches. Thus, the study seeks to offer new insights to educators, curriculum planners, and educational policymakers. The research method involves a document study. It involves a document review conducted to detail the historical, social, and technological contexts that have shaped the identity of Generation Z. Data analysis reveals that Generation Z tends to have a digital orientation, engage in multitasking, exhibit high levels of creativity, and embrace inclusive values. They also demonstrate a significant interest in social engagement and environmental concerns. The implications of these findings on education highlight the need for responsive and innovative approaches to optimize the learning process. By understanding the characteristics of Generation Z, educators can design more effective and relevant teaching strategies. Educational approaches that focus on technology, engaging learning experiences, and the promotion of inclusive values can enhance the effectiveness of learning. Additionally, educators need to be aware that continuous adaptation to technological developments and social changes is key to creating a dynamic educational environment that aligns with the needs of Generation Z. The pedagogical implications of this research can serve as a foundation for curriculum development, teacher training, and educational policies that better align with the unique characteristics of Generation Z.

Towards a Converged Post-Covid Journalism Training in Africa: A Case Study of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Eswatini

ABSTRACT Our study on the experiences of selected African journalism educators during the Covid-19 pandemic period offer valuable insights into the future of journalism education in Africa, where convergent learning holds prospects in an increasingly digitised world. A convergent teaching and learning approach, combining face-to-face and online teaching, is crucial for the delivery of quality journalism training during periods of macro shocks in Africa. This qualitative study used three country case studies of Zimbabwe, South Africa and Eswatini to understand the reconfigurations accompanying convergence in teaching and learning and offering prospects for the future. Our findings show that the most affected learning aspects were courses involving practical learning as well as the internship component that requires students to be seconded to media houses of choice to develop a practical feel for the newsroom. We learnt that journalism’s practical components make it hard for instructors to conduct convergent learning because of resource constraints and limited literacy in some technology. However, and far from the discourse of scarcity and impoverishment, educators displayed high levels of creativity, adaptability and agency beyond the structuring influence of deprivation, presenting prospects for convergence in teaching and learning in post-Covid Africa.

Pembangunan Ekowisata Melalui Konsep Ekonomi Kreatif Berbasis Seni dan Budaya

In modern times, economic development has become the most important part of increasing economic growth in Indonesia, through the creative economy. New breakthroughs are needed in the field of ecotourism based on arts and culture. This research was conducted in the colorful village of Kalilo in Banyuwangi, where environmental conditions that are economically and socially unfavorable can transform these deficiencies into potential for sustainable development. By maximizing aspects of talent, tolerance and technology as well as instilling education, especially nationalist education, in the development of arts and culture in the village. The method used is descriptive qualitative based on Richard Florida's theory with the 3T concept (Talent, Tolerance, Technology). The results of the research that has been carried out have found that the use of the 3T concept from Richard Florida is able to dissect several aspects such as the condition of the people of Kalilo Village which is compact with a high level of creativity and is able to improve the economy of the surrounding community.

Implementasi Model Pembelajaran Berbasis Proyek dalam Meningkatkan Kreativitas Mahasiswa

Project-Based Learning Models (PBP) have received significant attention in higher education contexts due to their potential to stimulate student creativity. This research explores the impact of PBP implementation in increasing student creativity. Through a qualitative approach, data was collected from research participants who were students who had participated in learning experiences with PBP. The research results showed that the majority of students expressed increased creative skills, including the ability to think out-of-the-box, face challenges with innovative solutions, and integrate various concepts to create new solutions. In addition, they also feel more motivated and actively involved in learning because the projects they participate in allow them to be involved in situations that are similar to real life. Collaboration between students also plays an important role in stimulating creativity, enabling the exchange of ideas, mutual support, and exploring innovative solutions. Lecturers and educational policy makers need to consider integrating PBL in curriculum design and learning practices to prepare students to face the demands of an increasingly complex world of work with high levels of creativity and confidence. In conclusion, PBP not only increases students' creativity, but also helps them apply theoretical knowledge in relevant and real contexts.

Influence of polarity management training on nurse managers’ creative behaviour and motivation

Background/Aims Nurses will likely encounter a wide variety of situations that can be considered polarities. This study aimed to examine the impact of a polarity management training programme on nurse managers' skills and knowledge of polarity management, and their creative behaviours and intrinsic motivation. Methods A quasi-experimental study using an interrupted time series design with one-group pre and post test was performed. A total of 60 nurse managers participated. Polarity tools (knowledge and skills) and self-report questionnaires of creative behaviour and motivation were applied in collecting data throughout the training programme. Results Respondents' knowledge and skills of polarity management were better following the training programme, with higher levels of creativity and motivation throughout the post and follow-up programme. This was evidenced by correlation and linear regression tests between nurse managers' knowledge and skills and their creativity and motivation. Conclusions This programme can benefit not only nurse managers, but also nursing staff, patients and organisations. This may ultimately improve outcomes for patients, staff and organisations.

Penggunaan Kolase Dalam Meningkatkan Motorik Anak Usia Dini Di Ra Yaa Bunayya Desa Mompang Julu

Early childhood education plays a crucial role in preparing children with foundational knowledge for further education at the primary level. Within Early Childhood Education (ECE), children are nurtured to become independent individuals, fostering social interaction, strong self-confidence, a keen interest in exploring knowledge, the ability to adopt positive ideas, develop their own thoughts, adapt to new environments, demonstrate high enthusiasm for learning, and exhibit high levels of creativity. Early childhood education, including preschool education, aids in the physical and mental development of children, covering various aspects such as religious and moral values, social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, and motor skills. This education can be conducted through various pathways, including formal, informal, and non-formal, with one form being the Integrated Early Childhood Education (IECE) program. The collage method serves as an effective approach to enhance children's fine motor skills, optimally implemented in several IECE institutions like RA Yaa Bunayya in Mompang Julu Village. Qualitative methods are employed in this research, utilizing triangulation data collection techniques comprising observation, interviews, and documentation. Collage activities at RA Yaa Bunayya are planned according to the children's needs, utilizing safe and diverse natural materials, providing valuable experiences for children to explore textures and shapes. Collage activities also offer advantages in improving concentration, recognizing colors, and identifying shapes, which are crucial aspects of children's development.

Sosialisasi dan Lomba Kreativitas Daur Ulang Sampah di SMP Advent Tompaso Kabupaten Minahasa, Sulawesi Utara

Abstract The concept of waste reduction (reduce), recycling or reusing (reuse/recycle), and safe disposal (dispose) is highly crucial in mitigating waste pollution today. The Community Service activity carried out at SMP Advent Tompaso through socialization and a creative waste recycling competition themed "Reduce Wasted and Save The Earth" underscores the importance of these principles. The enthusiasm of the students to learn about waste recycling methods in their environment, which can hold significant economic and market value, is evident. Furthermore, the participation of each class, sending their teams to compete in every contest, demonstrates their active involvement. From the two contests, namely the fashion show and waste recycling craft competition, it is apparent that each student possesses high levels of creativity. Plastic and paper waste transformed into clothing showcased in the fashion show highlight the variety of designs created. Meanwhile, the crafting of plastic waste into flower-shaped handicrafts demonstrates both economic and market value. Through the dissemination of information and the competitions, the hope is that students will not only become more environmentally conscious but also actively contribute to mitigating the impacts of global warming. They are encouraged not to dispose of waste recklessly but instead to start sorting waste in their surroundings, thus contributing to the preservation of the world and their immediate environment. Keywords: Socialization; creativity; trash, recycling, competition

Analysis of the Role of Regulations for the Protection of Intellectual Property Rights and Technological Innovation on the Protection of Creativity in the Television Industry in Indonesia

The Indonesian television industry is undergoing significant transformation fueled by technological innovation and evolving regulatory frameworks surrounding intellectual property rights (IPR) protection. This research investigates the regulatory role of IPR protection and technological innovation on creativity within the Indonesian television sector through quantitative analysis. A sample of 150 stakeholders representing various industry segments participated in the study. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis were employed to examine the relationships between IPR protection, technological innovation, and creativity. The findings reveal positive correlations between IPR protection, technological innovation, and creativity, with stronger IPR protection and greater technological innovation associated with higher levels of creativity. Regression analysis further demonstrates the predictive power of IPR protection and technological innovation on creative output within the industry. These results underscore the importance of supportive regulatory environments and technological advancement in fostering creativity and innovation within the Indonesian television industry.

Tantangan dan Strategi dalam Berwirausaha Warung Bakso dan Mie Ayam pada Era Digital

People who have high levels of creativity and innovation in their lives are synonymous with entrepreneurship. The forms of entrepreneurship in society are very diverse, especially culinary traders who start their own businesses. Entrepreneurship in the culinary sector has great opportunities and promising results for business actors, including meatball and chicken noodle stall businesses which are popular and are the favorite food of every group. Meatball stall businesses are mushrooming in various places, one of which is the Sri Rama meatball and chicken noodle shop on Jalan Perjuangan, Medan Perjuangan District. This research aims to analyze and identify the challenges and entrepreneurial strategies carried out by the owner of the Sri Rama meatball and chicken noodle stall. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method through several data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews and literature review. Based on the research results, it was found that the Sri Rama Chicken Meatball and Noodle shop business is one of the most popular meatball stalls around Medan Perjuangan District. There are several obstacles faced, one of which is uncertain market conditions. Having survived until now reaching 5 years, the stall owner has implemented a number of strategies, such as maintaining the image of the meatball taste and innovating by creating new meatball variants that attract consumers.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CURRENT DEVELOPMENT OF MISCHIEVOUSNESS AS A COMPONENT OF PLAY COMPETENCE (BASED ON THE RESULTS OF A DIAGNOSTIC EXPERIMENT)

This article reveals the psychological characteristics of the current development of mischievousness as one of the key components of play competence, based on the results of a diagnostic experiment. The research aimed to identify the characteristic features and determinants of mischievousness as they manifest in various social interactions. The total number of participants was 238, with 45% of them being young (ages 21-30) and 55% being of mature age (ages 31-40). Mischievousness, as a central aspect of playfulness, manifests through the ability to maintain autonomy in interpersonal relationships, using flexible emotional control and humor to form and strengthen positive social connections. A key characteristic is the ability to act comfortably in conditions of uncertainty and instability, with a capacity for experimentation and adaptation to changes. Individuals with well-developed mischievousness exhibit high levels of creativity, openness to new experiences, and the ability to navigate between risk and adherence to social norms. An important component is their high emotional intelligence, which allows them to skillfully manage the emotional reactions of others, especially in situations that require testing or stepping beyond conventional boundaries. The psychological profile of such individuals includes moderate extraversion, empathy, and high flexibility in social adaptation, enabling them to function effectively in various social contexts, including complex interpersonal conflict situations. The study also confirmed the importance of the "Mischief" play position as a behavioral model that promotes the development of social competence and cognitive flexibility in young people. Thus, well-developed mischievousness not only affects emotional stability but also enhances the capacity for creative social interaction.

Beyond the Stereotype of Tolerance: Diversified Milieu and Contextual Difference.

We explore whether there are value preferences of creative workers in addition to tolerance and how these value preferences vary among different occupation categories and countries. We use a dataset of 1968 and 1076 observations in China and the U.S., respectively, from the World Values Survey dataset (2017-2020, wave 7) (WVS 7), with a Structure Equation Modelling (SEM) and Multinomial Logit Model (MLM) at the micro level. The findings reveal that (1) the Chinese sample is more likely to have a balanced preference of tolerance towards migrants, religions, and homosexuality, while the American sample's preference of tolerance is much more likely to be interpreted as accepting homosexuality only; (2) the American sample also shows preferences towards responsibility, technology, work style, and political actions, while a preference for happiness and political actions is identified in the Chinese sample; and (3) with a higher level of creativity, the difference regarding understanding of tolerance is more likely to be highlighted between China and the U.S. This study provides a quite unconventional perspective for understanding the composition of preferences and, to a certain extent, reconciles the inconsistency between the theoretical advocacy of building up a selected milieu and the reality of creative workers' blended value mix.

Customized Prèt-a-Porter: West Africa’s Answer to the Quest for Sustainable Fashion

The discourse on sustainable fashion has so far ignored two important perspectives; the contribution of fashion from Africa and how socio-cultural factors contribute to sustainability. The paper bridges this gap. It discusses the West African prèt-a-porter fashion production model which is undergirded by socio-cultural milieu of exclusivity, uniqueness, and individuality. Customized prèt-a-porter is a limited-edition ready to wear model by Ghanaian and Nigerian fashion designers that ensures measured volume of production, demands high level of creativity, and proscribe sustainable laundry measures to ensure long-life span of clothes. The paper is a qualitative research study conducted in Lagos, Nigeria, and Accra Ghana between 2018 and 2021. It involved in-depth interviews of fashion designers in the two cosmopolitan cities on their experiences as fashion producers in Africa.

Influence of Readiness to Use Technology and Creativity on Task Performance: Perspectives from the Fashion Creative Industry in Bandung City

It cannot be denied that technology is one of the factors driving business competition. Thus, technological preparation is one of the determining factors in winning business competition. In the creative industry sector, fashion requires a high level of creativity. So, it is necessary to prepare employees to use technology that can increase creativity, which has implications for employee work; this study focuses on predicting the construct of technological readiness that impacts employee creativity and its implications for completing employee assignments in the fashion industry sector in Bandung. The 243 respondents involved with the structural equation-PLS model prediction approach showed different results where the overall construct of technological readiness can increase employee creativity and have implications for performance. The research results indicate that efforts are needed to select innovative, easy, comfortable, and safe technology. So it can speed up work productivity. The results of this research cover the gap in previous research, showing that yet to be research has examined the effect of technological readiness and creativity on increasing employee work in the fashion creative industry.

The Creativity Levels of Preschool Teachers

In this study, the creativity levels of preschool instructors employed in Denizli's central districts' public schools and institutions throughout the 2022–2023 academic year were examined. The study used a scanning model and was quantitatively conducted. Data from 324 preschool teachers were gathered using a convenience sampling technique. Preschool teachers have medium levels of creativity in terms of academic creativity, artistic creativity, and artistic performance. They were discovered to have a high level of creativity in the originality area but a low level in the scientific/mechanical area. In preschool teachers' ratings of creativity, boys considerably outperformed girls on the dimension of scientific/mechanical inventiveness. In the area of artistic performance, creativity perceptions revealed a strong and significant difference in favor of women. Whether they were young, middle-aged, or old, teachers' assessments of creativity had comparable traits.
 There was a difference between preschool teachers with less seniority and those with more seniority when the artistic performance dimension of their judgments of creativity was explored, favoring those with less seniority. A difference was observed among the participants with 1–10 years of seniority and those with 11–20 years in terms of artistic inventiveness, favoring those with less seniority. When the preschool teachers' opinions of their own creativity were matched to their educational backgrounds, it was found that the graduate-degree holding teachers had greater perceptions of academic, scientific/mechanical, originality, and general creativity than the undergraduate teachers. It was determined that teachers with project experience have greater perceptions of creativity than those without project experience in the areas of academic, artistic performance, artistic inventiveness, and general creativity.
 Keywords: Creativity, teacher, preschool, school.

Environmentally Oriented Chemistry Practical Worksheets to Improve Conservation Character and Environmental Literacy

Management of chemistry practicum implementation has become a problem center that must be faced. This is caused by limited equipment and materials available in the laboratory, shortage of laboratory personnel , as well as its height costs required to carry out the practicum. Apart from that, chemistry practicum requires a high level of creativity from Chemistry teachers, well when they have to organize practicums independently and in classical learning for students. Therefore , guidance and mentoring _ from the service team is very important to help Chemistry teachers in developing their learning materials. This assistance takes place from June 22 to August 16 2022, starting with coordination between chairman of the MA Chemistry MGMP with the UNNES service team. The aim of the Community Service Program (PPM) is to build conservation character and environmental literacy among Chemistry teachers, also involving students, and of course MA students in Semarang. To date, there have been 2 environmentally oriented Chemistry Practical Worksheets created successfully , which is the result collaboration between one teacher and one student. At the end of August, we will proceed with further implementation steps . Results _ from this service activity will be published in a national journal accredited SINTA 3-6 . The process of writing the publication is ongoing, as are the manuscripts that will be published published through mass media . Devotion team firmly underlines the cultural importance of implementing environmentally oriented Chemistry Practical Worksheets that use the potential of natural materials available around the home.

Impact of Students-Teachers-Peers’ Emotional Intelligence (EI) on Students’ Academic Achievement (AA): A Conceptual Framework

Social-emotional knowledge illustrates many abilities and attributes that are essential for today’s students who intend to work globally. Students who are emotionally intelligent have higher levels of creativity, work performance, stress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. However, studies on the impact of students-teachers-peers’ EI on academic achievement of students are limited. The main purpose of this study to propose a framework in order to investigate the impact of students-teachers-peers’ EI on students’ academic achievement. The objectives were three-fold; First, to investigate whether the impact of teacher’s emotional intelligence on students’ academic achievement is different for male and female students studying dissimilar disciplines across New Zealand’s educational institutes; Second, to determine the impact of near-seated peers’ EI on students’ academic achievement; Third, to investigate the moderating impact of teachers and peers’ EI on the relationship between students’ EI and academic achievement. This study contributes to existing literature by proposing a framework of the impact of Students-Teachers-Peers’ Emotional Intelligence on Students’ Academic Achievement (AA) that has neither been empirically explored nor conceptually presented.