Creative Pedagogy

Creative pedagogy is different from traditional learning in that it transforms the learning process so that students are no longer passive recipients of knowledge, but instead become active creators.

Our 13.8 Billion-Year (Somatic) Intelligence

The idea I was presenting were actually two: What happens when we learn science through movement? And; What Social Technologies can we learn from the Ancient Sea?; A study of Photosynthesis and Multicellularity. TEDxTalk illuminates a demonstration of my Embodied Cosmology curriculum. 2015

Teaching my Embodied Cosmology Children’s Curriculum at our 5 and 10-day Cosmology Camp in Ojai, CA 2011 and 2012
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Facilitating my Embodied Cosmology Adult Curriculum on Photosynthesis with the Bodystormers Lab at the University of Minneapolis Minnesota, 2014

 All of these Key characteristics of creative pedagogy are included in my curriculum:

Active Learning:

Encouraging students to take an active role in their learning through collaborative projects, discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world problem-solving.

Interdisciplinary Approaches:

Blending different subject areas to allow students to make connections between diverse fields of knowledge.

Critical Thinking:

Fostering an environment where students are encouraged to question, challenge, and think deeply about topics rather than simply absorbing information.

Student-Centered Learning:

Focusing on the interests, strengths, and individual needs of students, with the goal of making learning more relevant and engaging for them.

Use of Technology and Multimedia:

Incorporating new media, digital tools, and interactive resources that facilitate creative expression and learning.

Playfulness and Experimentation:

Creating a safe space for trial and error, where students can experiment with new ideas and approaches without the fear of failure.

Reflective Practices:

Encouraging both students and teachers to reflect on their learning processes and outcomes, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement.