Why should you read "A Midsummer Night's Dream"? - Iseult Gillespie
Adults CreativityBy the light of the moon, a group sneaks into the woods, where they take mind-altering substances, switch it up romantically and brush up against creatures from another dimension.
Who decides what art means?
Adults CreativityThere is a question that has been tossed around by philosophers and art critics for decades: how much should an artist's intention affect your interpretation of the work?
How to Make Christmas Pudding | Jamie Oliver
Adults CreativityRight guys, it's coming up to stir up Sunday, and for all you millenials that have no idea what that is then watch this video! Christmas pudding is an absolute classic, Jamie shows us his version with a few little game changing tweaks, for a lighter and more delicious crowd pleasing pudding.
Mega Meatball Sub | Jamie Oliver
Adults CreativityDon’t know what to put in your sub? Don’t worry - Jamie has sorted you out with a wickedly comforting, juicy and tasty Mega Meatball Sub.
How To Make The Best Mashed Potatoes
Adults CreativityA step-by-step guide to creating your ultimate mash.
Build An Underground Home
Adults CreativityBuild a shelter using ancient traditional building techniques.
CHRISTMAS MEGA MIX | A Jamie Xmas/Thanksgiving compilation
Adults CreativityWe've gone back to the archives to give you all you will need to make your Christmas go with a bang. Sit back and enjoy nearly half an hours worth of Christmas crackers.
Ancient Mesopotamia 101 | National Geographic
Adults CreativityAncient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization.
Exploiting Infographics for ELT
Teachers CreativityIn his blog Nik's Quickshout, Nik Peachy informs us of different ways to use these visually arresting and vocabulary rich resources in the ELT classroom. He also gives tips about finding and selecting the best infographics for students and designing appropriate tasks to accompany them. Infographics easily lend themselves to a vocabulary, writing or even a grammar lesson and are perfect for visual learners.
6 Youtube Lessons for Building Better Instructional Videos
Teachers CreativityHere are some great new ideas and examples from Youtube on creating your own instructional videos for blended learning classrooms like ours.
Tiny Tap
Teachers CreativityA free DIY app creation platform for making your own games, interactive lessons and presentations. With this app you can even create music activities, and illustrated stories.
Timeline Creations: Sutori
Teachers CreativityCreate and explore with your students today. Sutori is a website that allows users to create timelines in visual ways. Teachers can post content, ask questions and elaborate on answers.
Creating Materials For ELL's and ESL
Teachers CreativityThe article, "Technologically and linguistically adventurous EFL teacher" written by Sandy Millin shares ideas on how to create material for your students. She offers tips and techniques to building your own resources along with extra tools to experiment with.
Creating Meaningful Experiences Through Video
Teachers CreativityIn today's digital world, one of the greatest powers we have is the ability to tell our stories- and share them with the world. Teaching students how to tap into that power not only makes learning more meaningful, but it positions them to take their place in digital society.
Components of Digital Learning: How Technology Changed the Learning Landscape
Teachers CreativityTechnology is making it easier to create interactive learning lessons and helping students reach mastery of their learning goals in the classroom. Students are becoming increasingly engaged in the material when they have access to technology and when instructors use tools to help them communicate both during and outside of class.
7 Apps for Student Creators
Teachers CreativityCreation based tasks promote higher-order thinking, encourage collaboration and connect students to real-world learning. There are a handful of interesting and dynamic apps that turn your students into creators with the leadership of teachers.�
Making Learning Visible: Doodling Helps Memories Stick
Teachers CreativityShelly Paul and Jill Gough had learned that doodling while taking notes could help improve memory and concept retention, but as instructional coaches were reluctant to bring the idea to teachers without trying to out. They found that doodling causes one to listen at a different level.
Sir Ken Robinson: Creativity Is In Everything, Especially Teaching
Teachers CreativityWhat is Creative Teaching? The nature of creativity is how it relates to the idea of intelligence in the arts, the sciences and other areas of human achievement. There are two concepts to keep in mind: imagination and innovation.
Create Digital Mashups In Class
Teachers CreativityOne way to creatively integrate technology in classroom learning is through the use of various digital forms, in a digital mashup. To create a digital mashup, students blend different types of content where they practice different types of literacies in a single learning activity.
Creativity in the Classroom
Teachers CreativityEducation expert, Sir Ken Robinson notes that in factories of the 20th century, creativity was not valued. Yet in the startups of the 21st century, it's critical for success. What can teachers do- right now- to prepare students for the of the future?
Three Ways to Engage Students In and Outside the Classroom
Teachers CreativityWhen students become directly engaged in the learning process, they take ownership of their education. The following learning activities have helped to engage students in and outside the classroom. These strategies also help to keep your teaching relevant, fresh, and creative.