When reviewing the course listings for next semester, I was surprised that there were several courses listed with the words creative in either the title or the description. Because I was curious about these courses, I took the time to review many of the descriptions in great detail. Prior to taking this course, I would have agreed that these courses sounded creative and that they were accurately labeled. When considering the definitions that we read about, created, and discussed during this course, I am less inclined to agree with the accuracy of this context. The word that I feel would be more appropriate might be unique, artistic, or maybe unusual. The word was usually referring to thinking about a topic from a specific perspective (ie:different culture etc). I would argue that this is more unique than creative. I encourage others to look at the use of the word creativity in many areas regularly seen and to evaluate the appropriateness of the context.
Lauren, this is reallyinteresting –I will ahve to take a look at course listings, too — I never thought about the use ofthe term cretivity in academia before, but now I will.
Also, I wanted to say that your suggestions are really helpful, and every one of them answers questions I had. I am definitely going to use this feedback as I make changes to improve the course. Thanks!
I hope you will keep in touch as you move forward in your studies. Best wishes!
Stacy