Characteristics of Creative Students:

(Adapted from Sternberg & Williams, 2010, p. 149)

1. Creative students look at problems in new ways.

2. Creative students ask questions that lead to teachable moments.

3. Creative students like being creative (and find it meaningful).

4. Creative students persevere.

5. Creative students enjoy trying new things.

6. Creative students are willing to take sensible risks.

7. Creative students are intrinsically motivated.

8. Creative students find environments that support and reward their creative work.

Creating this environment is my job, in a nutshell.