Debunk some common myths about creativity with Hailey and Cassidy!

References:

· Resnick, M. (2017, November 20). 4 Myths About Creativity . Retrieved from Edutopia: https://www.edutopia.org/article/4-myths-about-creativity

· Ryder, A. B. (2017). Intention: Critical Creativity in the Classroom 2nd ed. . Bolton, ON: Blend Education.

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Skye and Justine talk all about bringing creativity in the Early Years ELA classroom - even if you aren't creative yourself!

References:

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Join Emma and Bryton while they talk to practicing Kindergarten teachers about creativity in their classrooms!

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Chayse and Kyle talk about how you can incorporate creative movement into your classroom!

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Join Robin and Reid in the final part of their discussion on their opinions of large scale changes in education. 

Join Robin and Reid in a conversation about their opinions on creative changes in education and the classroom.

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Martina and Kensie talk about getting comfortable with controversial topics with creativity.

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Naomi and Tiffany discuss what creativity actually is and how to activate creativity in your classroom.

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Lexi and Jaclyn give you tips and tricks to creating content with your classroom!

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Kier and Nicole give us some neat ways to add creativity to our ELA class!

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Intention Critical Creativity in the Classroom. Amy Barvell and Dan Ryder