Creative Teaching: A Conceptual Framework

Flavia P. D'Souza*, Padmanabha C. H.**
*-** Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Periodicity:January - March'2024
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jpsy.17.3.20210

Abstract

Human beings are born creative, however, as they grow and interact with society, they often become less creative or are taught to be uncreative. Children are naturally full of curiosity and creativity; they perceive their surroundings in unique ways. However, the environments in which they grow up often stifle their creativity. In modern society, it is crucial to employ creative teaching methods to bring out the best in students and foster their creativity. Creative teaching also serves to increase students' interest in the subject matter. According to the National Advisory Committee on Creative and Cultural Education, the primary task in teaching creativity is "to encourage young people to believe in their creative potential, engage their sense of possibility, and instill the confidence to try." Creativity in teaching plays a vital role in enhancing students' learning experiences. Research in educational contexts suggests that confidence, enthusiasm, and commitment are common qualities found in creative teachers. This article explains how creative teaching develops creativity and increases interest among students in learning, the barriers to creative teaching in the classroom and concludes with recommendations to develop creativity in teachers.

Keywords

Creativity, Creative Teaching, Importance of Creativity, Curiosity, Barriers of Creativity, Recommendations.

How to Cite this Article?

D'souza, F. P., and Padmanabha, C. H. (2024). Creative Teaching: A Conceptual Framework. i-manager’s Journal on Educational Psychology, 17(3), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.26634/jpsy.17.3.20210

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