Fostering Student Creativity: A Curriculum Proposal in the Context of "Innovation and Entrepreneurship" and "Double Reduction" Policies

Abstract

In today's fast-paced society, innovation is the engine of progress, and education must evolve to foster creativity and practical skills in students. Traditional exam-focused systems hinder creativity while existing maker education inadequately nurtures innate creativity. The "Empathy Design Thinking" plan addresses these gaps by combining research and pedagogical methods, moving away from exams, and implementing diverse teaching strategies. It also focuses on equipping teachers with the right resources and training. To validate its effectiveness, a 12-week pilot will monitor 60 students, comparing their creativity before and after the program using the Williams Creativity Tendency Scale. Another group of 60 students will serve as a control for comparison. With institutional support from Beijing Normal University, the plan aims to not only enhance student creativity but also fine-tune the "Empathy Design Thinking" methodology for broader implementation.

Keywords: Creativity, Education, Innovation, Curriculum, Empathy Design Thinking

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1004555