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Creativity stands out as an important characteristic of the individual of today and the future. But what about creativity? Is it innate or a dynamic personality trait, or a combination of the two? It can certainly change, which means we can and should develop it in students. Creativity in mathematics has a specific position, closely intertwined with giftedness and mathematical abilities, especially with a higher level of education. This means that in the classroom, we should simultaneously stimulate and develop creativity and mathematical skills. The geometry seems particularly interesting for this, additionally due to the non-burdening of students of that age in spatial thinking. We conducted two different tests in order to evaluate the mathematical creativity of students, obtaining expected and quite unexpected results. They certainly help us to revise our attitudes and habits towards teaching mathematics and geometry, as well as to relate to other content. |
