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The relationships between bilingual learning, willingness to study abroad and convergent creativity
Yuan Zhao1, Yuan Yuan2, Wangbing Shen3
1School of Education, Soochow University, Suzhou, China.
Peerj
|October 4, 2019
Summary
Bilingual learning positively correlates with convergent creativity. Students aiming to study abroad show enhanced performance on creativity tests, particularly with higher second language proficiency.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Creativity Studies
- Bilingualism Research
Background:
- Convergent creativity involves using existing knowledge for problem-solving.
- Bilingualism's impact on cognitive abilities, including creativity, is a key research area.
- Previous studies suggest bilingualism may influence creative thinking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between bilingual learning and convergent creativity.
- To examine if the desire to study abroad influences convergent creativity.
- To determine the mediating role of second language proficiency in this relationship.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 68 participants completed the Remote Associates Test (RAT).
- Correlation analysis was used to assess the relationship between bilingualism and RAT scores.
- Mediation analysis explored the role of second language proficiency.
Main Results:
- A moderate positive correlation was found between bilingual learning and convergent creativity.
- Students intending to study abroad scored higher on the RAT compared to others.
- Second language proficiency significantly mediated the effect of study abroad intentions on creativity.
Conclusions:
- Bilingual learning appears to enhance convergent creativity.
- Encouraging study abroad and improving English proficiency may foster creativity.
- These findings have implications for educational strategies aimed at boosting creative thinking.
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