"The Amusement Park Theoretical Model of Creativity: An attempt to bridge the domain-specificity/generality gap" by John Baer, James C. Kaufman

Summary

This academic paper introduces the Amusement Park Theoretical (APT) Model of Creativity, which aims to reconcile domain-specific and domain-general aspects of creativity. The model proposes a hierarchical structure with four levels: Initial Requirements, General Thematic Areas, Domains, and Microdomains, representing increasing levels of domain specificity. It suggests that factors influencing creativity exist on a continuum between domain-specific and domain-general, highlighting the need for researchers to consider these varying degrees. Ultimately, the APT Model serves as a flexible framework to discuss and investigate creativity, accounting for its multifaceted nature across different areas of interest.