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Encouraging the creativity of primary education students through mathematical activities

The role and importance of stimulating creativity in the teaching process have been emphasized several times before. The results of earlier research show that from creative teaching we have many benefits that are reflected in a pleasant climate, active participants in the teaching process, humor, lack of fear and the development of divergent thinking. Taking into account class teaching, which is the focus of this work, it is desirable that each subject be approached in a creative way through the use of creative teaching techniques. Some earlier research, as well as the personal experiences of students upon their return from practice, have shown that in mathematics classes, students' creativity is still insufficiently stimulated. One of the important prerequisites for stimulating student creativity is the creativity of teachers. Stimulating creativity in every subject, including in math classes, is a key element for good personal growth and the development of each student. Children's creativity develops best through play so, with the help of mathematical activities and games, we develop student creativity. The aim of the paper was to investigate which activities, according to students, encourage creativity in math classes with students of younger school age. The research was conducted with the help of a structured interview with 20 fourth graders in an elementary school in Vinkovci. The results of the research show that various creative games (Caterpillar, Man Do Not Angry, Opening Cards) and activities (evening of mathematics ; competitive tasks) encourage students to be active and creative in math classes.

activities, encouraging creativity, students, teaching matematics, teacher

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