CYPOP 7 1
CYPOP 7
1.2. Explain current theoretical approaches to creativity and creative learning in early childhood
Children`s learning and development has been influenced greatly by a wide range of psychologists over the years, who have conducted a range of research methods such as observation, experiments and interviews. Understanding of creative learning varies from those who see creativity as freedom to express themselves to those who link it to self-discipline, practice and crafts.
Approaches to creativity and creative learning are as follows:
a) Nature or nurture- The debate is about whether children are naturally creative for example having a gift for music or if creativity is something that can be nurtured.
b) Cognitive theories- Those theories are about making connections and assosiations between things. These theories focus on processing the information. For example looking at a box and by concentrating on its shape make a connection between it and a car. In order for children to develop knowledge and draw on their own experience we need to provide them plenty of first-hand experiences.
c) Social models- It is about focusing on the environment and adults in it and the experiences that children are given which allow them to be creative.
d) Cultural approaches- these approaches focus on how supportive the environment is. It is about being open to new ideas and innovations and providing creative and exploratory environment for children.
e) Role modelling- Role modelling is focused on the way that children learn from adults who are being creative. Stimulating children by letting them watch us draw, paint etc. and showing the way we work and think.
f) Creativity as a process- It is about how new ideas emerge. This theory was put forward by Graham Wallas and it is divided into five stages. Preparation, incubation, intimation, insight, verification. Recent research by psychologists also shows that sleep is an important component in solving problems.
g) Lateral
1.2. Explain current theoretical approaches to creativity and creative learning in early childhood
Children`s learning and development has been influenced greatly by a wide range of psychologists over the years, who have conducted a range of research methods such as observation, experiments and interviews. Understanding of creative learning varies from those who see creativity as freedom to express themselves to those who link it to self-discipline, practice and crafts.
Approaches to creativity and creative learning are as follows:
a) Nature or nurture- The debate is about whether children are naturally creative for example having a gift for music or if creativity is something that can be nurtured.
b) Cognitive theories- Those theories are about making connections and assosiations between things. These theories focus on processing the information. For example looking at a box and by concentrating on its shape make a connection between it and a car. In order for children to develop knowledge and draw on their own experience we need to provide them plenty of first-hand experiences.
c) Social models- It is about focusing on the environment and adults in it and the experiences that children are given which allow them to be creative.
d) Cultural approaches- these approaches focus on how supportive the environment is. It is about being open to new ideas and innovations and providing creative and exploratory environment for children.
e) Role modelling- Role modelling is focused on the way that children learn from adults who are being creative. Stimulating children by letting them watch us draw, paint etc. and showing the way we work and think.
f) Creativity as a process- It is about how new ideas emerge. This theory was put forward by Graham Wallas and it is divided into five stages. Preparation, incubation, intimation, insight, verification. Recent research by psychologists also shows that sleep is an important component in solving problems.
g) Lateral