Qualitative studies identify potential mechanisms linking nature and creativity, including solitude, relaxation, inspiration, and disconnection from technology¶

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q1 i? Qualitative and case study research highlights time in solitude, appreciation of impermanence, relaxation and inspiration, and disconnection from technology as potential mechanisms behind the nature-creativity relationship. → Vella-Brodrick 2024

Evidence¶

Vella-Brodrick 2024¶

Vella-Brodrick, D. A., Lewis, K. J., & Gilowska, K. (2024). Exploring the Nature-Creativity Connection Across Different Settings: A Scoping Review. Educational Psychology Review. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10648-024-09964-0

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The review's synthesis of its qualitative and case study literature names these four candidate mechanisms; supporting studies (e.g., Plambech & Konijnendijk van den Bosch; Ratcliffe et al.) reported nature-evoking relaxation, inspiration, and effortless attention relevant to creativity.

"Qualitative studies highlighted potential mechanisms behind this relationship, including time in solitude, appreciation of impermanence, relaxation and inspiration, and disconnection from technology."

Discussion¶

Learner Variables¶

Creativity — outcome: instruction changes it

Adolescents proactively use online technologies to unwind, escape stress, and regulate emotions — related

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`title`	`Qualitative studies identify potential mechanisms linking nature and creativity, including solitude, relaxation, inspiration, and disconnection from technology`
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