کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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375544 | 622803 | 2014 | 10 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
• Creativity and self-determination among writers were examined.
• The grounded theory approach was used because of its openness to unexpected data.
• Self-determination is necessary, yet not sufficient, for creative writing.
• The model can serve as a tool facilitating creative performance of creative writers.
• The model can be used in fostering creativity in gifted individuals.
The aim of this study was to apply grounded theory methodology to an examination of creativity and self-determination among four amateur creative writers. Applying a grounded theory approach to their interview responses, revealed a novel middle-range theory for the role of autonomy. For these respondents, autonomy is necessary, yet not by itself sufficient for their creative writing. A model of self-determination is posited with autonomy as the core category and authorship beliefs and autonomous regulation of the creative process as sub-categories. Based on this model, autonomy-supportive surroundings are reported as positively influencing the development of these respondents' creative talents. Subject to further research, this model may be considered in the design of creativity-fostering environments.
Journal: Thinking Skills and Creativity - Volume 14, December 2014, Pages 1–10