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The Creative Classroom with John Spencer

John Spencer is passionate about seeing schools embrace creativity and design thinking. In this podcast, he explores the intersection of creative thinking and student learning.

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Kieran O’Mahony on Neuroscience in Education

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2024/08/02

In my latest podcast episode, we get into the intersection of neuroscience and student learning with renowned expert Kieran O’Mahony. He is Founding Principal of the Institute for Connecting Neuroscience with Teaching and Learning, Chief Learning Officer of HUE Learn, and Emeritus Research Scientist at... The post Kieran O’Mahony on Neuroscience in Education appeared first on John Spencer.

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7 Ways to Integrate Curiosity into the Classroom

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2024/07/28

We often use the word AI to describe the newest generation of chatbots. However, computers can’t think. They process information. Humans think. Human cognition is affective and emotional. It’s unpredictable and messy. It’s inherently social and relational. We use the term “intelligence” to describe A.I.... The post 7 Ways to Integrate Curiosity into the Classroom appeared first on John Spencer.

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Sprints, Mini-Projects, and Project-Based Learning

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2024/07/16

This would be the year. I would be a fully project-based social studies teacher. After reading every PBL book I could read and attending PBL sessions at a few summer conferences, I had a vision for a new way of teaching my subject. My third... The post Sprints, Mini-Projects, and Project-Based Learning appeared first on John Spencer.

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Carl Azuz on Media Literacy and Journalism in Age of...

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2024/07/08

In my latest podcast episode, I talk to Carl Azuz, who shares insights into media literacy and current events within the K-12 classroom. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy this blog but you’d like to listen to it on the go, just click on...The post Carl Azuz on Media Literacy and Journalism in Age of Machine Learning appeared first on John Spencer.

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Creative Habits Versus Creative Momentum

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2024/06/24

We often hear about the need to develop creative habits. However, habits alone can lead to stagnation. You end up flat lining. In this week’s article and podcast, I share a different approach: creative momentum. The summer time can be a great chance to build...The post Creative Habits Versus Creative Momentum appeared first on John Spencer.

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From Battlefields to Common Ground: Embracing Nuance,...

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2024/06/19

Something about the current educational climate has me feeling unsettled. Although I often write about PBL, educational technology, and student empowerment, I want to share something different this week. It’s about paradox, nuance, empathy, and the danger in making things a “war” in education. Listen... The post From Battlefields to Common Ground: Embracing Nuance, Paradox, and Empathy in Education appeared first on John Spencer.

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Crystal Frommert on How to Connect with Parents and...

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2024/06/07

In my latest podcast, I interview Crystal Frommert, who shares insights and strategies for building and maintaining a positive relationship with parents / parental figures. She has a wealth of experience and I’m excited to share this with you. Listen to the Podcast If you...The post Crystal Frommert on How to Connect with Parents and Families in a Positive Way appeared first on John Spencer.

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How to Prevent AI from Doing All the Thinking

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2024/04/16

Cognitive atrophy happens any time we lose the ability to engage in a mental process due to inactivity. In a world of Artificial Intelligence, we need to be cognizant of the dangers of cognitive atrophy so that we can continue to engage in curiosity, creativity,...The post How to Prevent AI from Doing All the Thinking appeared first on John Spencer.

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Rethinking Information Literacy in an Age of AI

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2024/04/03

Terms like “game-changing” and “disruptive” have become cliche in technology circles. As educators, we’ve seen the hype of 1:1 devices, paperless classrooms, interactive whiteboards, and a host of different education fads. However, AI feels different. We are living in a cultural moment where generative AI...The post Rethinking Information Literacy in an Age of AI appeared first on John Spencer.

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Making Time for Project-Based Learning (PBL)

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2024/03/26

When I was in my second year of teacher, I wanted so badly to implement PBL. This, despite the fact that I didn’t know the term “project-based learning.” I simply knew that I wanted students to engage in meaningful projects where they learn the content...The post Making Time for Project-Based Learning (PBL) appeared first on John Spencer.

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Deliberate Practice or Deliberate Play?

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2024/02/20

Deliberate practice and deliberate skill are two different approaches to developing skills. One is more structured and the other is more connective. One is more targeted and efficient while other other is more connective and holistic. While it’s easy to view these as opposing approaches,...The post Deliberate Practice or Deliberate Play? appeared first on John Spencer.

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When Should Students Use Artificial Intelligence?...

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2024/02/08

The explosion of generative AI has created significant challenges and sparked new opportunities for our students. So, how do we decide when students should and should not use AI? In this article and podcast, I explore seven key areas you might consider as you craft... The post When Should Students Use Artificial Intelligence? Seven Keys to Consider appeared first on John Spencer.

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Understanding Neurodiversity: An Empowered View of...

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2024/01/30

In this article and podcast, we explore what it means to shift from a focus on learning disabilities to focusing on learning differences. What does it mean to embrace neurodiversity and help students find their hidden potential connected to their neurological diversity? How can we... The post Understanding Neurodiversity: An Empowered View of Learning Differences appeared first on John Spencer.

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Sam Marsden on the Value of Improv Games to Spark...

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2024/01/22

In my latest podcast episode, I interview Samantha Marsden, who shares how drama and improve strategies can help students gain creative confidence, improve their communication skills, and engage in iterative thinking. Her new book Acting Games for Improv is out and I highly recommend it.... The post Sam Marsden on the Value of Improv Games to Spark Creative Thinking appeared first on John Spencer.

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Ian Clawson on the Power of Co-Creation and Creativity

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2024/01/13

In this week’s podcast episode, I talk to Ian Clawson about creative collaboration. In this interview, I ask him about tools for co-creation and what it looks like to create a culture where people give one another vital creative feedback. He has a book he... The post Ian Clawson on the Power of Co-Creation and Creativity appeared first on John Spencer.

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7 Tips for Getting Started with Student Choice in the...

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2024/01/09

Our students will inhabit an unpredictable world. With machine learning and other advanced forms of AI, students will need to become really good at what AI can’t do and really different with what can do. They will need to be adaptable as they navigate the... The post 7 Tips for Getting Started with Student Choice in the Classroom appeared first on John Spencer.

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Betsy Potash Shares How to Use Hexagonal Thinking to...

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2024/01/06

In this episode, Betsy Potash shares how to use hexagonal thinking to improve classroom discussions. She walks you through some of the potential applications at various grade levels with different subject areas. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy this blog but you’d like to... The post Betsy Potash Shares How to Use Hexagonal Thinking to Improve Discussions appeared first on John Spencer.

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Getting Started with Student Portfolio Projects

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2023/12/06

When I was a senior in high school, our AP Government teacher chose not to give us a final exam for the end of the first semester. Instead, we would create our own portfolios. Our portfolios had to include what we had learned and what... The post Getting Started with Student Portfolio Projects appeared first on John Spencer.

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Beyond the Audience: Why Students Need to Embrace...

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2023/11/29

I’ve often written about the power of a launch. However, there’s also a place for self-initiated creative work where students engage in creativity with an “audience of one.” Here, they experience the permission to try experiment and work through multiple iterations. They find their creative... The post Beyond the Audience: Why Students Need to Embrace Self-Initiated Creativity appeared first on John Spencer.

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Cara Zelas on SEL, Emotional Support Dogs, and the...

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2023/10/26

In this week’s episode I interview Cara Zelas, the founder of Big World of Little Dude. Together we explore the crucial topics of emotional support dogs in schools, social-emotional learning, and enhancing student soft skills. Join us as we delve into practical strategies and the... The post Cara Zelas on SEL, Emotional Support Dogs, and the Big World of Little Dude appeared first on John Spencer.

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