XPost: sci.lang, alt.usage.english
On 6/1/2024 4:31 PM, Ross Clark wrote:
"...founded in 2018 by American film producer Hal Croasmun, the
president of ScreenwritingU, a company that provides screenwriting
courses, and helps screenwriters to break into the industry."
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2385901/
[...zzzZZZzzz...]
Oh, sorry! Must have dozed off there. I was trying to find out whether
he had subsequently been replaced by an AI device...
Before 1970 or so, the word [Creativity] was uncommon, and was
considered a Fluffy word with little or No substance ?
It's true that the concept of creativity might not have been
as widely discussed or central to certain fields before 1970.
Here's a more nuanced take on how "creativity" might have been viewed:
___________________Pre-1970:
The word "creativity" existed, but it wasn't necessarily a buzzword.
The focus might have been more on specific skills or established styles
within artistic and intellectual pursuits.
Some might have seen "creativity" as a less rigorous concept compared to established theories or techniques.
___________________Post-1970:
There could have been a growing emphasis on innovation and originality
across various fields.
Psychology might have placed a greater importance on creativity as a
cognitive skill.
"Creativity" might have become more mainstream, potentially leading to
some perceiving it as a trendy term.
_____________________________before 1970 or so, the word
[creativeness] was more common?
You're right, there might be some truth to "creativeness" being more
common than "creativity" before 1970. Here's why:
Evolution of Language: Languages naturally evolve, and sometimes
word forms fall out of favor. "Creativeness" might have been a more
prevalent form earlier on, gradually giving way to the shorter and more
concise "creativity."
Grammatical Nuance: "Creativeness" is a noun form derived from
the adjective "creative."
While both convey the same meaning, "creativeness" emphasizes the
quality itself, whereas "creativity" is more about the act of creating.
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