Divergent thinking (DT) tests represent the dominant approach in the assessment of individual
differences in the human creative cognitive potential. These DT tests (for example, find creative uses
for everyday objects) do not have single correct solutions but rather many possible solutions that may
differ in their creative quality (novelty and effectiveness). DT test have been used for more than 50
years, but there are still varied approaches on how to implement and score them, as well as
persistent concerns regarding their psychometric quality. Therefore, this project will realize a
systematic investigation of the optimal test conditions of these standard measures of creativity
research. To this end, the project will 1) review the variety and validity evidence of available methods,
2) study specific promising advancements in more detail, and 3) directly compare novel and
established methods. In sum, this will allow us to derive evidence-based recommendations for more
valid DT assessments, aiming to support a more consistent and effective creativity research.