Episode 24: Critical Creativity
Critical creativity is the idea that the act of creating is inherently critical thinking and requires higher-order thinking. Creativity is going to change the world! Those who understand this know that making meaningful opportunities for it in all areas of learning is imperative. This week’s guest isn’t an art educator. Dan Ryder comes from an English background, is an expert in project-based learning, and infuses creativity into the work he does with students a different way. He connects everything and uses creative expression to deepen understanding. Listen in for a different perspective on the importance of creativity as Laura and Matt dig into how Dan always finds time for building experiences that go deeper and allow for expansion.
Resources
Enjoy these resources from the Dan Ryder (@WickedDecent) Twitter chat and podcast episode about critical creativity. Explore the links below for more inspiration and information.
Read the Twitter Chat discussion.
Websites
DanRyder207.com
WickedDecentLearning.com
Dan Ryder on Medium
American English: Teaching with Comics and Graphic Novels
Links
Panels and Perspectives: Creating Comics in the EFL Classroom
Dan Ryder Tedx Talk
Intention: Critical Creativity in the Classroom Book