Sentences with phrase «standard creativity tests»

Researchers found that the combined existing studies do not allow a conclusion that studying the arts enhances creative thinking (as measured by standard creativity tests, whose validity is questionable), nor that studying music, visual arts, or dance improves reading ability.

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The experiment itself was simple: a hundred and forty - five undergraduate students were given a standard test of creativity known as an «unusual use» task, in which they had two minutes to list as many uses as possible for mundane objects such as toothpicks, bricks, and clothes hangers.

To come to their findings the research team asked 78 kids aged nine to eleven to list as many uses as they could think of for common household items like a tin can or newspaper (a standard test of creativity in psychological research).

People who scored high on standard tests for creativity were also more likely to be willing to cheat for personal gain.

He developed methods and techniques through experimentation, observation, and creativity that set the standard for bodybuilding years ago and are still followed today, time tested and proven.

• too much school time is given over to test prep — and the pressure to lift scores leads to cheating and other unsavory practices; • subjects and accomplishments that aren't tested — art, creativity, leadership, independent thinking, etc. — are getting squeezed if not discarded; • teachers are losing their freedom to practice their craft, to make classes interesting and stimulating, and to act like professionals; • the curricular homogenizing that generally follows from standardized tests and state (or national) standards represents an undesirable usurpation of school autonomy, teacher freedom, and local control by distant authorities; and • judging teachers and schools by pupil test scores is inaccurate and unfair, given the kids» different starting points and home circumstances, the variation in class sizes and school resources, and the many other services that schools and teachers are now expected to provide their students.

Overall, she and Weinstein both say that more research is needed to draw specific conclusions about the impact of digital media — and standardized testing — on creativity and the willingness by students to take risks and break away from the standard mold.

I'm not a gambling person, but if I had to place a bet on one sure - fire method for engaging students, increasing test scores, reaching students who fall below standards, challenging students who exceed grade - level standards, accessing students» creativity and originality, maximizing brain connections formed, applying concepts to new situations, and making the learning process more fun for the students and teacher, I would place that bet on... teaching the core curriculum through the arts.

Can creativity be fostered in classrooms that follow Common Core standards and test for conformity?

As the focus on standards - readiness grows, educators need reassurance that they're not just teaching students how to pass a test, but also supporting their exploration, creativity, and deep understanding of applied knowledge.

Instead, academic creativity and autonomy have been replaced by dull testing of uniform standards that force teachers to tailor lessons towards that end.

Success Prep's heavy focus on standards and testing has stifled what Guyton calls a core foundation of dance education: creativity.

Meanwhile, some argue that the hyperfocus on standards and testing has undermined the development of talent and creativity, entrepreneurship, and the ability to prepare all students for global citizenship.

Additionally, we have ample evidence that standards and high - stakes tests do not create the democratic outcomes we seek in schools such as critical thinking, creativity, and equity of opportunity.»

The damaging side effects and requirements of Common Core standards, teaching, and testing are affecting our schools by destroying creativity and taking away programs with proven good results.

What we do know is that key skills for the future (questioning, collaboration, oral communication, and creativity) are not tested on the Common Core aligned tests so it is unlikely that the standards and the tests that measure them do make our students» college and career ready».