Share Paper: STEAMED UP: A Mixed Methods Creativity Evaluation

  1. Timothy Hinchman, Midwestern State University, United States
  2. Dittika Gupta, Midwestern State University, United States

Abstract: There were two purposes of this project: examine elementary students' and pre-service teachers' creativity when exposed to project-based learning incorporating science, technology, arts, engineering, and math (STEAM). The study utilized a parallel convergent mixed method design that tested research questions related to STEAM activities on the participants' creativity. Results indicated a significant positive difference between the pre and posttest of the elementary school participants' self-reported creativity scores, but not with the PSTs. Three themes emerged through the PST's daily reflections regarding how student behaviors, namely collaboration, persistence, and engagement.