Abstract :
This study investigates the structural dimensions of creative thinking among undergraduates majoring in art and design in Jilin Province and verifies the applicability of measurement tools. A pilot study design was employed, with stratified random sampling used to select undergraduates from universities in Jilin Province offering art and design programs. Data were collected using the University Students Creative Thinking Ability Scale (USCTAS), and statistical analyses including reliability testing, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), and normality testing were conducted using IBM-SPSS 27.0. The results showed that after removing items with low corrected item-total correlation (CITC), the remaining items formed a three-dimensional structure of creative thinking: Ability to Discover, Attention Ability, and Interpretation Ability. The scale demonstrated good internal consistency and suitability for factor analysis. This study clarifies the structural characteristics of creative thinking in this population and provides a reliable measurement tool and empirical basis for fostering creative thinking in art and design education.
Keywords :
Creative thinking, Exploratory factor analysis, Reliability, Art and Design EducationReferences :
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