Professional Development Series for Early Childhood Educators & Primary Years Teachers
" Creativity is now as important in education as literacy and we should treat it with the same status" - Sir Ken Robinson
Creativity and Innovation, Critical Thinking, Collaboration and Communication have been defined as the 21st Century life long learning skills necessary to live and thrive in global 'knowledge' based economy. Creativity and Innovation, in particular, require learning environments that support and nurture the development of these skills in young learners. I strongly believe that creative teaching begins with empowered teachers. The professional development series that I have developed "demystify" creativity and the creative process, and allow early years educators to effectively support their students in development of the 21st Century skills. Topics cover effective teaching strategies, successful creative arts learning environments, elements of art, developmental continuum in the visual and dramatic arts, role of the teacher, links to literacy and more.
I welcome all inquiries regarding the professional development series and look forward to address the needs of your learning communities!
I welcome all inquiries regarding the professional development series and look forward to address the needs of your learning communities!