Which of the following are ways to foster creativity? I. Encourage the use of analogies II. Discourage curiosity III. Foster independence IV. Enhance positive affect

Which of the following are ways to foster creativity? I. Encourage the use of analogies II. Discourage curiosity III. Foster independence IV. Enhance positive affect Correct Answer I, III and IV

Definitions of creativity vary. Some emphasize the process of creative thinking while others stress the outcome or the product of creative thought. We can say that creativity involves thinking originally, recombining ideas in new ways and breaking away from set ways of thinking and behaviour. This process often leads to the production of some novel work, idea or Object 

• Of course, when children are being creative, they will produce something. But their goal is not the finished product. Evaluation of-the end product is more appropriate when working with older children and adults.
• Be open to children's suggestions about doing something different and venture with them as they explore their play material. Such an attitude will tell them that it is all right to try out something new.to experiment. Sometimes you may need to encourage children to explore and think for themselves if they seem hesitant to do so. 
• Schedule some activities each day that allows self-expression and make these activities as creative as possible to foster independence in them.
• Do not reward children for an activity which they like to do in the first place, in the absence of the reward so that it enhances the positive effect.

​Hence it is clear that all the above points encourage creativity.