The Flower-Hayes Model

The Flower-Hayes Model explains how creative thinking and problem-solving happen through a dynamic process. Imagine it as a flower with four parts: individual knowledge and skills, the task or problem at hand, the writing environment, and your mental processes. These parts interact continuously, influencing each other, to generate ideas and solutions. Think of the model as a flower that blossoms when these elements work together—your experience fuels ideas, the environment supports focus, and mental strategies help refine your thinking. This interconnected system shows that creativity isn't just spontaneous but involves ongoing, adaptive thinking.