In this episode, I chat with Instructional Technology Integration Specialist Michelle Manning about how educators can boost creativity in the classroom by fostering innovation and curiosity. You’ll also hear practical strategies for integrating technology, encouraging student-led learning, and creating an environment where creativity thrives. If you want to inspire your students to think outside the box and bring more creativity into your teaching, this episode has you covered!
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Tips for Quick Ways to Boost Creativity
- Creativity can simply mean doing something differently.
- Low-risk, ungraded activities help students build creative confidence.
- Simple changes, like turning notes sideways, can spark engagement.
- Templates and AI tools can remove barriers to creativity.
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EPISODE RESOURCES
- Connect with Michelle Manning on Facebook, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Instagram, Bluesky, Threads, TikTok & YouTube
- BrainPOP Make-a-Movie (Movie-making tool)
- Quizizz (Game-Based Learning Platform)
- Book Creator (Ebook creation tool)
- Adobe Express for Education (Free creation tools)
- Canva for Education (Graphic design platform)
- Kami (Online collaboration and annotation tool)
- MagicSchool (AI curated teaching resources)
- SchoolAI (AI-powered tools for teaching & learning)
- Bringing Creativity to Every Classroom with Katie Fielding (Podcast Episode)
- 10 Tools for Creating Quizzes (Blog Post)
- Tips for Using Templates with Students with Eve Heaton (Podcast Episode)
- 100+ New Graphic Organizers in Book Creator (Blog Post)
- Building Background Knowledge and Learning New Vocabulary in Any Subject Area (Podcast Episode)
