Sir Ken Robinson

This video speaks to the problem with have in education today.  It is only when one excels in math and humanities that one is called learned and progressing.  Other forms of learning (as in dancing, etc..) is not really learning because it doesn't lead to a job or career.  Mr. Robinson is right on the money with this one.  Creativity comes in all forms and not just when one excells in math and language.  The examples that he presented (the girl drawing the picture of God, and the boys taking the role of the three wise men) are very powerful in showing that we need to look at creativity with a whole new approach.

As a teacher, I try to find new ways of approaching my topic and how to reach my students.  I thiink I have been successful because I do not rely on the textbook only approach, but go to other forms of teaching and making sure that their voice is heard.  I do a lot of videos, projects, posters where students can create and come up with their own interpretation of the topic.  As teachers we need to break away from the way things are done and come up with more creative ways in order to recognize how a student learns.  One size does not fit all.  We need to tailor our lesson to individuals and see how they can learn.  Students need to feel accepted if their answers are not the same as anyone else.  We need to look for teachable moments.