The effects of school climate on students' creativity:The mediating role of growth mindset and self-efficacy
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The influence of school climate on students' creativity has garnered significant attention, yet the underlying mechanisms remain underexplored. This study investigates the mediating roles of growth mindset and self-efficacy in the relationship between school climate and creativity among 10- and 15-year-old Chinese students. Data were collected from 7,246 students across 150 schools in Suzhou, China, as part of the Survey on Social and Emotional Skills (SSES). The findings revealed that peer support significantly enhanced students' self-reported creativity, whereas teacher support did not directly influence it. However, teacher support positively affected teachers' and parents' evaluations of students' creativity. Furthermore, growth mindset and self-efficacy served as significant mediators, forming a chain mediation pathway that links school climate to creativity. These results underscore the importance of fostering a supportive educational environment that promotes both psychological growth and creative expression. The study provides valuable insights for educators and policymakers aiming to enhance students' creative capabilities through targeted interventions that improve school climate and develop growth mindset and self-efficacy.
Source: Thinking Skills and Creativity
Authors: Zhenyu Li, Qiong Li
Institutions: Beijing Normal University, Xingtai University
Language: English
Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,730
Award: G4944690057
OpenAlex ID: W4409725707