Relationship of Affect and Creativity in Mathematics

<p><i>The Relationship of Affect and Creativity in Mathematics</i> explores the five legs of creativity—Iconoclasm Impartiality Investment Intuition and Inquisitiveness—as they relate to mathematical giftedness. This book:</p><ul> <li>Discusses these affective components relevant to mathematical learning experiences.</li> <li>Shares how affective components impact students' creative processes and products.</li> <li>Shows the influence of learning facilitators including teachers afterschool mentors and parents.</li> <li>Describes facilitating environments that may enhance the likelihood that creative process and ultimately product emerge.</li> <li>Utilizes the expertise of two young scholars to discuss the practical effects of affect and creativity in learning experiences.</li> </ul><p></p><p>This practical research-based book is a must-read for stakeholders in gifted education as many advanced students are underidentified in the area of creativity in mathematics.</p>