Predictors of Creativity among College Faculty

Abstract

Abstract: The development of students’ creativity is a critical aspect of an effective educational system. Beyond the classroom, students need to be creative and adaptable to succeed. This study aimed to assess the predictors of creativity among college faculty. Methods: A descriptive correlational study was conducted among 120 faculty working at selected colleges, 60 faculty members from the college of arts and sciences and 60 faculty members from the health care field who were selected using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using tools such as Proforma to assess the Background characteristics of the college faculty and Teaching for Creativity Scales through self-administration method. Faculty were requested to respond and submit their forms through online mode itself. The collected data were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive statistics like frequency distribution, mean, SD and inferential statistics such using one-way ANOVA/t test in SPSS 24. Results: Study findings revealed that there is statistically significant difference in creativity scores between health Care Faculty (80.62/150±14.863) and Arts & Science Faculty (63.37/150±18.644) (p <0.001). i.e. Creativity scores were significantly high in the health Care Institutions than the Arts & Science Faculty. Conclusion: The importance of creativity in education should be incorporated using various approaches such as critical thinking, using technology in education, motivation, involving the students, parents and other stake holders in teaching learning process.