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Creative Techniques for the Classroom

What is creative teaching methods?

Creative teaching focuses both on the methods a teacher uses to deliver learning and the overall effect those methods have on students and the outcomes produced. Learn more in: Integrating Creative Thinking Skills into the Higher Education Classroom. A condition of developing creative learning.

How can you be creative in the classroom?

Develop your students' creativity in the classroom:

1) Create a compassionate, accepting environment.
2) Be present with students' ideas.
3) Encourage autonomy.
4) Re-word assignments to promote creative thinking.
5) Give students direct feedback on their creativity.
6) Help students know when it's appropriate to be creative.

6 Teaching Strategies To Promote Deeper Learning:

1) Help students uncover knowledge.
2) Eliminate the front of the classroom.
3) Encourage collaboration.
4) Informally assess students.
5) Design lessons with flexible learning paths.
6) Provide students with built-in tech support.

What are creative activities?

Creative activity allows you to express your individuality. You are creative whenever you make something new or do your own version of a thing. Click here for advice on creative success. It could be a song, a poem, a DJ mix, a painting a dance or anything. The activity doesn't matter.