What skill should a #GlobalCitizen have?

What skill should a #GlobalCitizen have? Let’s meet #Rangeeli and find out!

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Rangeeli takes risks and generates multiple innovative ideas for projects.

Rangeeli remains energetic and playful.

Rangeeli puts thought and care in her work.

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She is #imaginative, #original, #passionate, and has high sense of #aesthetics.

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Rangeeli is #CREATIVE!!!

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Have you ever come across these deadly phrases?

“That would never work here.”

“We tried that before and it didn’t work.”

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Have you ever been a peacock in the land of penguins?

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#Creativity isn't a standalone trait but rather a multifaceted ability that encompasses originality, problem-solving, and adaptability. However, there's a danger in romanticizing creativity without acknowledging its complexities and limitations. In the present world, where conformity and standardization sometimes overshadow creativity, nurturing this skill requires intentional effort. Here are some critical considerations and strategies for fostering creativity:

1.??? Diverse Perspectives: True creativity flourishes in environments that embrace #diversity of #thought, #culture, and #experiences. Encouraging #collaboration among individuals with varied backgrounds and viewpoints can stimulate #innovation and #originality.

2.??? Risk-Taking: Creativity often involves taking #risks and stepping outside comfort zones. Encourage a #culture where failure is viewed as a valuable learning experience rather than a setback. Emphasize the importance of #experimentation and #iteration in the creative process.

3.??? Open-Mindedness: Creativity thrives when minds are open to new ideas and possibilities. Encourage #curiosity and #exploration by exposing yourself to diverse sources of inspiration, whether through literature, art, travel, or interdisciplinary learning.

4.??? Balanced Structure: While #freedom and #autonomy are essential for creativity, some degree of structure and discipline can provide a framework for innovation. Striking a balance between creative freedom and practical constraints can fuel #productivity and focus creativity toward actionable outcomes.

5.??? Continuous Learning: Creativity is a dynamic skill that evolves with #experience and #exposure. Cultivate a #mindset of lifelong learning, where you actively seek out new #knowledge, #skills, and experiences to fuel your creative endeavors.

6.??? Reflection and Revision: Creativity is not just about generating ideas but also about refining and improving them over time. Encourage regular #reflection on your creative process, and be open to feedback and critique as opportunities for growth.

7.??? Resilience: Creativity often involves facing setbacks, rejection, and criticism. Cultivate #resilience by embracing challenges as opportunities for growth, maintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversity, and persisting in the pursuit of your creative goals.

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How do we encourage our students to nurture the essence of creativity?

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Am sure there are several ways, but these five are top of my list:

1. Lead by Example: Model creative thinking and behavior as an educator. Demonstrate curiosity, openness to new ideas, and a willingness to take risks. Share your own creative process and experiences with students to inspire and motivate them.

2. Provide Open-Ended Challenges: Offer assignments and projects that allow for multiple interpretations and solutions. Encourage students to explore different approaches, think critically, and express their ideas creatively. Guide students to prototype as if their solution (to a certain problem) is correct; and test as if their solution is wrong!

3. Offer Freedom within Structure: Provide a balance between structure and autonomy. Offer guidelines and objectives for assignments while allowing students the freedom to explore and experiment within those parameters. Create a classroom culture that values and celebrates diversity of thought, background, and experiences. Encourage students to share their unique perspectives and learn from one another.

4. Promote Collaboration: Encourage collaboration and teamwork by assigning group projects or facilitating peer-to-peer learning experiences. Collaboration can inspire creativity, foster communication skills, and provide students with different perspectives and ideas.

5. Encourage Reflection and Revision: Teach students the importance of reflecting on their creative process and revising their work based on feedback and self-assessment. Help them develop a growth mindset that embraces challenges and sees failure as an opportunity for learning and improvement.

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Bonus: Recognize and celebrate creativity in all its forms. Showcase student work through exhibitions, presentations, or publications. Provide positive feedback and encouragement to students who demonstrate creativity in their assignments and projects.

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Too often, people assume that the term ‘creativity’ only applies to breakthrough ideas. But creativity experts say there are actually two different kinds of creative problem solving:

“Big C” creativity is the breakthrough kind of thinking that most people are familiar with, but it’s relatively rare.

“Small c” creativity describes the “a-ha’s” that enhance and enrich our lives but which rarely bring us fame or fortune. In fact, many people don’t even consider these accomplishments as a form of creative thinking.

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What does creativity mean to you and your students?

#Education #QualityEducation #21stCenturySkills #Agenda2030 #GlobalCitizenship #AnnualTheme

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