In this episode, Dan interviews Cassie Stephen to discuss how art can help students become lifelong learners.

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Some people underestimate the power of art in transforming mindset and behaviour. Practising creativity can encourage children to express themselves and build their self-confidence. They can also utilise this creativity at home and in other areas of their life.

In this episode, Cassie Stephens shares her teaching experience and how she overcame the struggles along the way. She also tells us how she practises what she preaches to her students about creativity. As an elementary teacher for 20 years, she continues to inspire young people to showcase their creativity.

Tune in to the episode if you want to learn how art can cultivate love of learning in your students.

Here are the three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

Discover how you can unleash your students’ creativity.

Find out how you can bring your passion into your classes.

How can you impart the importance of learning over success?

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Show Notes

Episode Highlights

Life Experience in Art Education

Cassie didn't have painting class in elementary. But when she had a couple of painting classes, she fell in love with oil painting.

Her parents didn't support her degree in painting. However, she and her parents made a compromise that allowed her to pursue a painting degree.

She graduated with a degree in art education and painting.

She started teaching in Nashville and focused on reading books and making visuals.

Releasing Her Creativity

She always taught her students to be creative inside and outside school, but she wasn't doing it herself.

But as she became serious about teaching, she forgot to pursue her passion.

Cassie started carving out time out to pursue her creative passion and became a happier person and better teacher.

She would usually spend her weekend sewing outfits or painting. It doesn't affect her teaching directly, but it improves her mindset and approach in the classroom.

How Cassie Creates Lifelong Learners

Everybody has a different hook for students. But, Cassie uses humour to hook her students into the class.

She makes her classes fun and engaging. Silly sticks!

Hopefully, the warmth and creativity they experience in the class will resonate in their homes too.

Figure out your passion and interests, then bring that to your class.

Embracing Your Passion & Flaws

As an educator, you teach by your example. Your students are always watching you.

When students see you try something, make a mistake, and then try again, it teaches them to try new things as well. They will see learning is more important than success.

Students learn more from teachers who embrace their identity.

5 Powerful Quotes from this Episode

‘I want to do this and age doesn't matter. You know, Grandma Moses was like, 80, or something when she picked up a paintbrush for the first time, and she just went for it. So why can't we do that?’

‘Even if I think I don't have time, I have to remind myself. This is what's going to make me a better teacher. It doesn't directly affect my teaching in that,