Description
It used to be that society was separated into two classes: the smart and the creative (or left brained/right brained). Today, we know that creativity is an essential key to success for every student. In “Encouraging Creativity” Nicole Shannon explores why creative thinking is so important today, debunks creative myths, and shares activities you can use in your classroom.
In this 1-hour course, you will learn:
- Core principles in creative thinking from thought leaders like Sir Ken Robinson, Michael Michalko and Ian Byrd
- Practical strategies for inspiring your students to think creatively
- The connection between creativity and long-term success for students
- Strategies for using creativity to offset the stresses of standardized testing
Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
Presenter Bio
Nicole Shannon, M.Ed. has over 19 years of experience in gifted education. She currently serves as the Advanced Academics Specialist for Hutto ISD. Prior to joining her current district, Nicole served as the Coordinator of Gifted/Advanced Academic Services for Round Rock ISD for five years. She was a gifted specialist in Round Rock ISD for 10 years before taking this position. She has presented at the district, local, and state level to preservice and in-service teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents on a variety of topics in gifted education throughout her years in this field. Prior to moving to Round Rock, Nicole served as a teacher, curriculum coordinator, and school principal at private schools in Honolulu, HI, San Diego, CA, and Virginia Beach, VA. Nicole graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Learning and Development from the University of Texas at Austin and completed her M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership with a specialization in Gifted/Talented at Lamar University in Beaumont, TX.
Tiffany – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
Good
Veronica – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
This was a very interesting training on how to spark creativity in the classroom.
Nikki – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
It was a good reminder that creativity is something that can be taught and should be encouraged.
Chad – CARROLL ISD (verified owner) –
A little dated but great
Kelly – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
I liked the overall tone of this course in relation to encouraging creativity. I found the presentation to be a bit dry. I felt there were too many people mentioned when outlining the importance of encouraging creativity in the classroom.
Debbie – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Encouraging training on how to get your students to think creativity.
Anna – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Great session! Many ideas to encourage creativity.
Elizabeth – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Easy to follow presentation and very informative.
Lynnette – ANTWERP LOCAL (verified owner) –
I like how it related the importance of creativity to the real world and all the ways we need people to be creative in their jobs and life.
Rosio – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Good training, but need more examples of activities.