Inventiveness

Creativity is something that really can't be taught. It is a natural talent and gift. So the teaching aspect of creativity is a very difficult one. An approach that could be used is by simply recognizing a students creativity and embracing it. Say a child draws something and calls it a cat. It may not even be close to looking like a cat but instead of telling them that they're wrong you embrace it and tell them that it's a wonderful looking cat. This enhances their authentic creativity. Their imagination is flowing uninterrupted and this is where their creativity stems from. Another way is simply by reading them books. Have your students listen and follow along, and then have them draw a picture about the story. This will stimulate their creativity. Creativity is becoming one of the most crucial skills. Why? Because it is something you cannot outsource. For example; you can outsource a computer programmer but can you do the same to a musician or an athlete? This are the types of careers that require creativity, without it, the 21st century will be a very dull time.