An interview with Chen Yao Kao: about creativity

Abstract

There are intersections between creativity research and gifted education. The opinions and experiences of important researchers in understanding creativity included in giftedness theories will contribute to the development of this field. In this interview with Chen Yao Kao, who has important works in the field of creativity, I contributed to this article by sharing with you his experience and knowledge on topics such as Janusian Thinking, Smilies and mataphors.

Keywords

• Chen Yao Kao
• Creativity
• Janusian thinking
• Similies and metaphors

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