International Conference on Creativity (ICC - 27)

This track explores the evolution of the concepts of creativity from ancient views through the Enlightenment to contemporary understandings. It aims to contextualize how historical shifts have influenced modern interpretations of creativity.

This session focuses on various theories that explain the mechanisms of creativity, including the Four C model and the Explicit-Implicit Interaction theory. Participants will discuss the implications of these theories for understanding creative cognition.

This track examines different approaches to measuring individual creative ability, including psychometric and social-personality methods. It aims to evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of these assessment tools in diverse contexts.

This session investigates the complex relationship between creativity and intelligence, considering various perspectives on whether they are overlapping constructs or distinct entities. Discussions will include the implications of these relationships for educational and psychological practices.

This track delves into the neurological underpinnings of creativity, focusing on aspects such as working memory, the role of the cerebellum, and the impact of REM sleep. Participants will explore how neuroscience informs our understanding of creative processes.

This session examines the relationship between positive affect and creativity, highlighting how emotional states can influence creative output. It will also consider the implications for fostering creativity in various settings.