2011.9.26

TOPIC FOR INVESTIGATION FOR CARP TEAM

Determine best practices and commonalities across grade levels for implementing student creativity in the science classroom.

Topic: How do we ignite spirit and capture creative energy in our LS science classes?

Need: agree upon definition of creativity We brainstormed ideas for what creativity means to us: Things we already do: Always start with "I wonder" and questioning techniques.
 * way of looking at the world, problem, situation that is different or beyond
 * be willing to look or view problem, situation, solution in more than one way
 * have a variety of problem solving techniques in your pocket
 * able to offer a different perspective, different ways to interupt
 * able to express in verbal or written forms ( illustrate, model, draw)
 * able to pose questions
 * willing to seek answers for questions created during investigations
 * understands the scienctific method


 * View .... Hole in the Wall Computer : Sugata Mitra (Ted's Talk)**

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 * Research**: assessing creativity guide for educators

Future idea: Science Fair for all grades...build upon each grade and expectations for each grade would be different. (each project would be tied into curriculm and presentation skills would be a focus as well).