Why creativity is more than a nice-to-have for students and teachers
Creativity may be the most important skill to learn in school, but it's often misunderstood—and underutilized. Creativity isn't just about drawing or writing; it's also about problem solving, critical thinking and innovation. Yet many students have never been taught...
Creativity Sparks Through Photography
This post is sponsored by Adobe for Education. All opinions are my own. Creative sparks happen all the time. Sometimes they are small, and others can be as large as the Big Bang. One moment of creative spark for me was when I was young and had the opportunity to...
Three Days of creativity and inspiration for free
This post is sponsored by Adobe for Education. All opinions are my own. The Adobe Education Summit is a 3-day FREE virtual event where you can discover inspiring teaching strategies for deeper learning and how to develop a classroom culture that values creative...
Five Ways to Master Attending Virtual Events
The challenges of transitioning the bulk of educator professional development to a remote setting are complex and unprecedented. In this environment, educators may find they are in the driver seat like never before when it comes to their professional growth. With this...
Podcast: Incorporating Creativity and Visuals in Tech-Friendly Projects
In a recent episode of the Easy EdTech Podcast, I joined Monica Burns to discuss tech-friendly project ideas you can tailor to your classroom and my work with creativity integration training and digital learning resources. You’ll also hear my favorite tools and tips...
Podcast: Content Creation & Exercising Your Creative Muscles
Recently, I had an opportunity to talk with Alfonso Mendoza and his podcast, My EdTech Life. We discussed content creation and exercising our creative muscles as educators. It was a great conversation about creativity and I think you will find some takeaways for your...
Four Warm-Ups To Get Students Thinking Creatively
The benefits of using creative warm-ups in your classroom are numerous. Creative warm-ups can encourage open-mindedness, nurture creative behavior, and help students expand their perspective of a challenge by thinking in a different way. In addition, creative warm-ups...
Giveaway: Win a Spiffy Gear Lumiee LED Light Bracelet Bundle from Educopilot
Recently I came across a great small LED that is packed with some really cool features that can help you create some interesting looking content. The light I'm talking about is the Lumiee LED light from Spiffy Gear. This is one of the best lighting tools to add some...
Creatively Quarantined: Creativity Challenges
During this time of social distancing it is important to remember that creativity has not been canceled. We all can benefit from engaging into creative activities that stretch us and force us to look at our world and situation from another angle. So here are five...
Sparking Storytelling
The Power of a Story Everyone has a story to tell, regardless of your age or your background. You have something in you that is worthy of sharing. As a self-proclaimed Star Wars nerd, I love a good story. One that pulls you in and makes you feel like you are apart of...
METC Podcast Ep.87
Recently, I had the opportunity to join Jonathon Lee (@jleeTechPercent) on the METC Podcast and discuss the importance of creativity in education. I had a great time talking about creativity and I think you will find some practical tips to spark creativity in the...
Developing a Creative Mindset
I’m a movie fanatic and enjoy the rollercoaster of emotion from a good drama or thriller; while at the same time, I like to watch a mind-numbing action movie. You know, the ones that require you to check your brain at the door and relax. I’m also someone that loves to...