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.
Susan – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
I really liked this course. I think it was creative in itself in giving ideas and people with creativity that are well known.
Bethany – PLANO ISD (verified owner) –
I love the ideas presented in this course.
Patricia – MERCEDES ISD (verified owner) –
I feel encouraged to allow creativity in my classroom now that I know where I can go for resources that help me or my students see what it means to be creative.
Rachel – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
This is an important concept that I enjoyed learning more about
Linda – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
I really like the creative leader section and the getting tone activities. I will also use the game of Scattegories this year!!!
Stacy – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –
Fabulous and inspirational! I love that EVERYONE is creative.
Sharon – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
Course needs to be updated. Presenter gave presentation several years ago.
Leeann – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –
Course was interesting and the speaker for easy to listen to.
Kim – WYLIE ISD (verified owner) –
I don’t feel like I learned anything new. I have several links though to seek out more information.
Liliana – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Creativity is important in our classroom.