Creativity-One of the 4Cs

 

Using creativity to inspire learners is one of the greatest teaching skills. In creativity, learners are given the opportuning to practice what they have learned and use it in other contexts outside the classroom wall. It is far beyond memorization but involves deeper thinking and enhancement of skills using creative methods and techniques. It is driven by creative thinking and innovation. Innovative learning experiences enable learners to be deeply involved in the process as they learn to solve problems from different perspectives. Involving in the problem-solving process is crucial. This is because knowledge and learning experiences are widened because they now think beyond others. That is where the power lies. Creativity has been with man since time immemorial. I guess that is one of the reasons we are still here

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Albert Einstein said” Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought

That means that creativity comes with a peculiar type of thinking that is beyond or outside the general thought. It is a must-have if we actually want authentic learning to take place.

Creative learning ushers learners to Creative thinking which gives them the room to find solutions and make a positive change.  What is the essence of thinking if we cannot use it to solve problems?

During creative learning, learners not only think but think strategically and focused because their aim will be to break the limitations as they explore ideas, and weigh options that will launch them to learning breakthroughs.

`Creativity is not a function of good grades, stating of facts, and even memorization as I‘ve said earlier. It is all about allowing learners to bring their creative thoughts to the table-.putting their thoughts into practice

 Teaching learners what to think is deeply rooted in our education system. The teacher stands in front of the classroom with her power to restrict learners from taking the responsibility of learning which we all know belongs to them. Learners will not have a choice but to absorb what they are given, and think about what they are given. That’s all. The system does not encourage creativity. Learners are not allowed to think freely. So, they will just settle with anything short of creativity. Some of our questioning methods are not even enough to promote creativity.

The main aim of creativity is to solve problems and cause a positive change.  Creativity may not be as big as the invention of the electric bulb by Thomas Edison at first. Learners can showcase creativity with something as small as drawing, painting, and some kind of simpler designs. With time it will boom, just keep inspiring your learners with every creative effort you have.

Want to know the benefits of creativity? Here are some tips

Used for problem-solving

Used to bring about positive change

Promotes innovation- learners thrive well in open-ended thinking

Learners learn to be more adaptable

It Increases productivity

It enhances growth, which means there is no one way to approach a challenge

Thinking about how to promote creativity in the classroom? Here are some tips

Be creative as a teacher. Learners watch you   because you are their living model

Sow the seed of creativity in them by giving them the chance to create

Ensure you ignite the curiosity of your learners with open-ended questions

Use project and research-based learning

Give them feedback about their work to encourage them and tell them you love their work(s) and why you love their work(s)

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