Description
Over the last decade creativity and creative thought have been de-emphasized because of a strong focus on standardized testing education. In this 3-hour course, Bob Iseminger discusses the importance of developing creativity and provides strategies for embedding creativity development in classroom lessons and content.
In this course, you will receive:
- Definitions and characteristics of creative thinking
- An inventory of students’ creative processes
- An overview of the four basic creative thinking skills
- Practical strategies for building fluency, flexibility and elaboration
Presenter Bio
Bob Iseminger has over 25 years of experience in public education as a classroom teacher, math resource teacher, and coordinator of a gifted education magnet center. He has worked in both urban and suburban settings at the elementary and middle school levels, and in a consulting capacity with high school students. Mr. Iseminger currently serves as a staff development consultant for school districts nationwide in addition to presenting at state gifted conferences. He is the co-author of several books including “Cultivating Classroom Conversations” and “Choice and Challenge: Engaging Anchor Activities for the Differentiated Classroom”.
Elizabeth – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
This course had good information that is doable and realistic! It is organized and flows easily.
Katy – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great ideas to enhance learning in the classroom.
Janette – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great ideas and examples!
Jonathan – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Very encouraging and helpful presenter, explaining in full detail and clear of what must be done and inputted for a successful year with our gifted studens
Roxanna – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great videos and presenter.
Rene – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
excellent course
Laura – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
I am encouraged to use the learning strategies, that were presented in the modules, with my students.
Liza – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
It was useful.
esmeralda – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
five stars
Maria – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative and useful strategies.