The Influence of Writing Prompts on Student Creativity and Expression

Authors

  • Mustafa Bingol Department of Law, Faculty of Law, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23918/ijsses.v10i3p348

Keywords:

Writing, Writing Prompts, Critical Thinking, Expression

Abstract

Writing exercises are well known as effective teaching aids in the field of education. Prompts encourage creativity and expression by giving students particular themes or ideas to write about. The goal of this article is to examine how writing prompts affect students’ creativity and expression, emphasizing the ways in which they foster original thought, personal expression, and aid in getting through creative blockages.

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25.06.2023

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How to Cite

Bingol, M. (2023). The Influence of Writing Prompts on Student Creativity and Expression. International Journal of Social Sciences & Educational Studies, 10(3), 348-354. https://doi.org/10.23918/ijsses.v10i3p348

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