Eclectic Technology

What do creative people do that may be different from others. This post explores this stating:

'While there's no "typical" creative type, there are some tell-tale characteristics and behaviors of highly creative people.

The post shares 18 ideas, each of which are explained in detail if you click through...but five are listed below.
* They daydream

* They observe everything

* They turn life's obstacles around

* They ask the big questions

* They constantly shake things up

You may find that some of the ideas presented make you think of specific students in your classroom. As teachers are we recognizing that some of our students are more creative in their learning and may improve if we differentiate the instruction to help them engage their creativity?

I  watch students go the library and many immediately head towards graphic novels. Have you considered letting students use tools that allow them to create animated characters with the caveat that they must also write a story (perhaps informational text).

This post looks at five online tools you might use as well as five reasons to use the tools. The tools include Domo, Kerpoof, Anim8tor (a tool that "allows students to use algebraic and calculus functions to create 3D animations"), Zimmer Twins and Go Animate 4 Schools. Think about how these tools will assist students with communication skills, building bridges, self-expression, technical skills and presentation skills. For more information click through to the post.