Field-Based Creativity Research in Education: A Systematic Review and Synthesis

• In Event: 72.050 - Poster Session 17
  In Poster Session: 72.050-6 - Giftedness and Creativity

Abstract

Field-based creativity research approaches allow the study of creativity within natural contexts and with diverse populations of students (Javorsky et al., 2000). The purpose of this research synthesis is to crystallize the picture of current field-based creativity research practices in education. Data sources spanned the five leading journals that publish creativity research. Studies were systematically selected and evaluated to include recent high quality empirical research conducted in schools or classrooms. Findings paint a broad picture of what creativity research took place from 2005-2015, where research took place, and how research was conducted. The analysis revealed trends overall and within research conducted in elementary, middle, and high schools. Implications and suggestions for future research are discussed.

Authors

• Amy Willerson, University of North Texas

• Dianna R. Mullet, University of North Texas