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The rise and rise of creativity — Steven Shapin

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Creativity is a relatively new concept. It is largely a psychological one and denotes an ability whose application leads to innovation, either discovery or invention. Creativity doesn't exist in a vacuum, but it is part of a system that falls under the category of human potential.Creativity thrives on curiosity, and in this regard, every child is a creative genius. Unfortunately, this is an ability that doesn't necessary grow and stick as one matures. The challenge of education is how to let that happen by not getting in the way of its natural progression. Once the ability is diminished or lost, it is difficult to recover.Steven Shapin tours the history of the concept.AeonThe rise and rise of creativitySteven Shapin | Franklin L. Ford Research Professor of the History of Science at

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 Creativity is a relatively new concept. It is largely a psychological one and denotes an ability whose application leads to innovation, either discovery or invention. Creativity doesn't exist in a vacuum, but it is part of a system that falls under the category of human potential.

Creativity thrives on curiosity, and in this regard, every child is a creative genius. Unfortunately, this is an ability that doesn't necessary grow and stick as one matures. The challenge of education is how to let that happen by not getting in the way of its natural progression. Once the ability is diminished or lost, it is difficult to recover.

Steven Shapin tours the history of the concept.

Aeon
The rise and rise of creativity
Steven Shapin | Franklin L. Ford Research Professor of the History of Science at Harvard University.
 

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