Teaching creativity

One of my favorite topics to teach in my art class, no matter what the age or skill level, is divergent thinking. What is divergent thinking? One of my favorite videos to introduce divergent thinking to my students is the lecture by Ken Robinson. Divergent thinking is the ability to come up with multiple solutions

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Did you know that our creativity tends to decline as we get older? This is a huge problem since creativity and problem solving are essential skills for STEM careers. Scientists, computer programmers, engineers, and mathematicians all need to be able to think creatively and brainstorm solutions quic

Have you ever tried writing essential questions for your lessons or curriculum? Try using this ready-to-go list of essential questions that integrate the arts and the creative process.

Did you know that creativity is a skill that can be taught, just like reading and math? Yes, for real! This post offers ideas, activities, and inspiration for building creative thinking and creative thinkers in your classroom.

The following characteristics that determine the causes of creativity in an individual. Confidence Courage Having a creative imagination Incorporating different perspectives Go beyond Assuming Having a larger perspective Have Unique ThoughtsObservational Skills Mindfulness CuriosityResourcefulness Lack of doubt Quick Adaptation People who remember their dreams Everyone is essentially creative. Creativity does not discriminate. It is said to be buried in each one of us. It can be tapped into…

9 ways to teach creativity 1. Reserve time to write2. Participate in five minutes of mindfulness every day3. Develop brainstorming sessions4. Use gamification to encourage participation.5. Promote risk-taking6. Leave the classroom more frequently.7. Allow students to teach8. Use visual aids9. Encourage questions

Let's dive into some new options to teach vocabulary, for those who have the time and energy to pursue them. In this post and podcast, I'm sharing ten ideas for making the study of vocabulary something students might even look forward to.

carter & rose is a beautiful gift shop on division in southeast portland, oregon. i actually used to live right around the corner from it, right before i married luke, but i never visited when i lived. i was so lucky to not only visit their gorgeous space the other day, but to teach a workshop!