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.
Jerry – MIAMI EAST LOCAL (verified owner) –
Excellent
Jennifer – PFLUGERVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Loved the topic (even though the speaker overused the word “so”)
Nicodemus – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
The course was presented in a way that shares the many ideas of creative people around the world. Creativity has to be encouraged in our classroom to prepare our students for the real world. Business need people that can make their organizations better to serve our community.
Rachel – CORPUS CHRISTI ISD (verified owner) –
A great course to introduce the learner to leaders in creativity!
Adriana – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great course
Guadalupe – VALLEY VIEW ISD PHARR – REGION 01 (verified owner) –
This was a great course that I feel benefitted me. It was also enjoyable.
Valeria – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Great course!
Carlos – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
It was excellent and informative
Kristen – Prince George County Public Schools (verified owner) –
I thought that the speaker was very passionate and knowledgeable, but I also felt like it could have been more engaging.
Yvette – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
I thought it was quite interesting!