@article{Young_2021, title={Fostering Mathematical Creativity}, volume={10}, url={https://openjournals.utoledo.edu/index.php/learningtoteach/article/view/468}, abstractNote={<p>The world needs creative problem solvers, perhaps now more than ever. The mathematics classroom is the perfect place to cultivate such creative thinkers. Mathematics is often considered a rule-based subject that has little room for creativity. This manuscript aims to show that creativity has a place in the mathematics classroom. Teacher choices have a significant impact on whether creativity is fostered or suppressed in the math classroom. Through critical reflection of current teaching methods, teachers can create a classroom environment where creativity flourishes. Methods for doing so are discussed, including teaching for understanding, choosing and creating rich tasks that have a “lower floor and higher ceiling,” (Boaler, 2016) allowing ample time for thinking, and telling students to be creative.</p>}, number={1}, journal={Learning to Teach Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Through Research and Practice}, author={Young, Julie}, year={2021}, month={Oct.} }