Creativity in the classroom (in 5 minutes or less!) | Catherine Thimmesh | TEDxUniversityofStThomas

[@sarahsb2830]

creativity is essential part of teaching and motivation is the heart of learning

[@ousmanefall9092]

shut up old head

[@miguelrangel6041]

I don't know Rick, I agree with the fact that creativity is being killed by education system, but a bunch of kids doing what they please could easily boost their undisciplined behavior. Hard study doesn't need to be extinguished, hard-work will always pay off.

[@Zenfix1]

"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." - Maya Angelou

[@ousmanefall9092]

how does it feel to be a nerd

[@annajanning9367]

So cool to see you up there doing your thing! I LOVE your ideas about creativity- especially asking questions like “what else could this be?” Or “what could this be turned into?” instead of telling kids to “think outside the box”. Thank you for providing concrete ways for kids to do this! And ideas for teachers to incorporate into the classroom (under five minutes)😜

[@merlindabubu9181]

thank you Catherine! i am doing a project about creativity in education this video helped giving me ideas! I am definitely going to use your techniques! And don't listen to these people. I loved your theatricality for real!

[@nimalila9201]

Hi Merlinda I have a research project about creativity in Teaching , Could you please share with me some resources to get more information about this topic !

[@nimalila9201]

Merlinda Bubu

[@merlindabubu9181]

@@nimalila9201 thanks for reaching out! i am afraid the project was not so theoretical and my resources were in greek...

[@heenaattar]

All we can do is as teachers.. just encourage them to go beyond their comfort zone. . push them to think differently creative.. And to do all these things. . OPPORTUNITIES must be given to the students. .and more activities must be taken. and the children should be taught with Constructivism.

[@PaulMitchell-o6l]

You make learning so engaging and fun!

[@bhaveshthoria]

Completely agree with thoughts on out side the box theory that instead of ask to think out side the box it is better to ask questions. Also agree that creativity need not be complex it can be as simple as holding water in hand.

[@CarrieTaylor-t2i]

You have a talent for teaching!

[@LaserLoon]

Interesting talk, I found the speaker to be very captivating and energetic! Seems like we have to make sure “the box” is defined in order to think outside it. How would one implement these strategies in an adults life? My boss frowns upon me turning her desk upside down and using it as a boat. ;)

[@polina_hovlina]

The speaker just energizes! It is interesting to talk about gender analysis, because this practice is not accepted by all modern teachers. In general, the idea of small activities in the learning process is great! The game involves students in the process without strict discipline, and even more so without any penalties. This is a good idea.

[@debbie8783]

Interesting rhetoric. I encountered this video while trying to fairly assess students' projects for creativity.

[@Ryan-mech-muffin]

Imagine trying to enforce discipline in a classroom where all your students are under their desks. Not helpful.

[@merlindabubu9181]

well. i am a teacher. when you propose a game to kids, they don't have to be disciplined. Get over your selves old hags with all this discipline that inhibits fun and creativity

[@lj4466]

It's funny how people are so unaware of how they come off. I know she doesn't have the intention of being belittling, unhelpful and patronizing but damn, she ACED that.

[@ZenithZealot-o1u]

thank you

[@siefeldinsobih4328]

amazing ted talk

[@TimersBox]

Unlocking Classroom Creativity in Just 5 Minutes! 🎨📚 Explore Catherine Thimmesh's enlightening TEDx talk at University of St. Thomas. Discover the power of fostering creativity in education and how small efforts can yield big results. Are you ready to transform your classroom into a hub of innovation?

[@danthegreat8411]

*This Is The Reason Why I Lost Interest In School*

[@tanvinahar9445]

Thank u ma' am, it was really very much helpful and useful

[@ZainilmoNazrishoeva-nd5bq]

Great!!!

[@Matthew8473]

The narrative of this content is filled with motivational elements. A book with related themes had a deep and lasting impact. "A Life Unplugged: Reclaiming Reality in a Digital Age" by Theodore Blaze

[@uj2233]

She has something to say about creativity but nothing special about it or worth a lesson well learnt.

[@rosie4713-i2o]

That is your judgment, just enjoy it. Other person maybe seen differently.

[@indiantraveller194]

Good session maim 😘🇮🇳

[@zareefmunawwaruzman3582]

I watched your vdo and listened to you very kfly. Awesome 👍

[@stellasbookclub]

Great! Thanks

[@dawni.ferris4147]

Seriously?! "Students could choose to sit under the desk... on top of the desk... hang upside down from the chair..." Have you ever been in a real classroom? You're talking about chaos! Why do student need to sit in a chair all day? Well, first of all, it's not "all day." They can surely sit for forty-five minutes at a time, though. Even at that, students don't necessarily sit for a whole class. A good teacher incorporates movement into even a short class. Secondly, sitting still for a while is sometimes required. Don't students sit still at home when they watch a movie or a favorite TV show? I know students who claim that they can play a favorite video game for hours on end. I'm not in favor of that extreme, either, but it does prove that students can do it. Thirdly, students had better learn to sit still when needed if they're going to have a shot at a decent job some day. I don't know any job that doesn't entail at least a small amount of data entry, meeting attendance, paperwork, phone calling, or reading for information. I'M FED UP WITH THIS ULTRA-LIBERAL PHILOSOPHY that we cater to the comfort and happiness of every little Johnnie and Susie. I'm not promoting the use of draconian measures, but if we're going to provide education to a general education classroom full of twenty-five or more students, especially given the mediocre budgets and poor support from community, I say we've got to start with the basics of behavior and effort. Creativity can be fostered through specials classes, extra-curricular opportunities, and (here it comes... the finger is about to point!)... PARENTS DOING THEIR JOB OF PROVIDING CREATIVE MOMENTS!! Instead of pushing an electronic device into their kids' hands, how about a trip to the beach to collect sea shells or make sand castles? Try out the recipes for various bubble-blowing solutions in your back yard. Make a home made play-dough. Paint with food on flattened paper grocery bags. Look at soil with a magnifying glass. HEY PARENTS!! YOU are on the front line of developing your child's imagination! Let's quit making this issue abut the schools and their failures. SCHOOLS ARE FAILING BECAUSE THE STUDENTS THAT ARE SENT THERE DON'T HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED. AND MOST AGENCIES - FROM FEDERAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTS ON DOWN TO SCHOOL BOARDS AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS - DON'T PROVIDE WHAT, REALISTICALLY, IS NEEDED FOR SUCCESS. So some day, when individual schools are smaller (buildings that house under 500 students each), and more parent involvement is offered, and all school districts get funding to provide the materials truly needed to support excellent teaching/learning, and kids come to school and AREN'T ALLOWED TO HAVE THEIR RIDICULOUS CELL PHONES TURNED ON ALL DAY LONG IN THEIR POCKETS FOR EASY ACCESS... then you can talk to me about slipping in those "moments of creativity." Although, if we get to those conditions some day, we won't need to slip them in.

[@rpgreseller]

[@konstantinastasinou5017]

I couldn't agree more

[@aisyahros228]

i totally agree.

[@mitchgoodwin1687]

Yup another expert that probably has not stepped in the classroom for 20 years. How about a little substance instead of the dramatics.

[@MrWmperry]

Dawn Monkman

[@MoonlitAna]

I like the way you speak. :)

[@max-nm6qx]

""SKHOOLED "BY SCOTT RITSEMA POWERFUL AND WATCH ABOUT THE EDUCATION SYSTEM 👏 🙌 ❤

[@shantonapoduval9827]

How would teachers or authors with thought processes like these find their way to TED talks. With this author's input no wonder kids are so indisciplined in America.

[@Abayas.]

Because you can't read. "This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. "

[@merlindabubu9181]

if you are a teacher, please do us a favor and resign. if you are a mother... oh dear god. you, right-wing discipline-obsessed piece of sh&t

[@bushrauniverse6359]

why everyone gives lecture. not doing practical

[@LadyPerfeccion]

Because theory its more easy than to take action …

[@thatoneguy8979]

Shes saying the true

[@sunshizzleyou]

I believe what this speaker is offering is relevant. However she needs to take into account her audience. This way of presenting or delivering information is perfect for a group of 10 year olds, not adults. Patronizing.

[@joffjksteacherresources6523]

Yes playback speed 2.0 helps

[@shariecebrewster5962]

I am there's for class it's hard to teach disability people's as well, other people's is difficult as well

[@learnwithsirkhalil]

Dr. John Zubizarreta at TEDxColumbiaSC

[@timkass4840]

This talk is about creativity but it lacks creativity completely. It is flat boring, unexciting and does not offer any practical solutions. The fact that the audience does not react in any way to the remarks of the speaker just proves my point.

[@sgt7]

Do you feel 'gender analysis' a useful aid for improving teaching practice? I've to write an essay on the topic and I can only see reasons why one would NOT want to use 'gender analysis' as an aid to teaching practice. I'm trying to find some reasonable reasons why it might be useful. Thanks.

[@nadrajama3628]

aabwaan gaamaadi

[@minervaj5484]

Her examples of creativity are not that creative. And even if they were, they are not useful for a class. What she's applying creativity to is not the content or the way children should learn. She's not integrating creativity to learning. She's simply making children move around the classroom, while the themes taught are as boring as always. Children are being overstimulated by media, yet the ways of studying are as dull as they've always been.

[@jonyD143]

Do you have a good example or sources you can refer to that embody actual integration of creative learning? I would appreciate it if you have some good examples or things to share thank you.

[@merlindabubu9181]

you just don't get it. probably you don't know how creativity is developed. daily activities like these spark the mind and make it open-up. I suggest you do some creativity techniques to yourself

[@beowulfskinned5358]

Clearly, not a teacher-- has never led a class for longer than one period.

[@LaZanyarr]

How can u tell

[@merlindabubu9181]

you don't LEAD a class. your whole perception of teaching is wrong

[@tribalbabymum]

The example she is discussing I remember my host teacher when I was prac teaching doing with grade 2 kids in 1989. Nothing new here. And the doing whatever they like is bonkers. 'Write on your friend's arm'? good lord. These are homework activities you might suggest more than anything else.

[@romandefrance]

Hummm...I would like to see all these gurus, these great coaches in a class so that they put into practice, concretely, what they affirm. It's easy these great speeches but in a class, it's different. Why didn't this woman bring students on stage to see CONCRETELY how she applies her ideas in class.....

[@bilalhasan4034]

Nevertheless, interesting thought 🤔

[@shariecebrewster5962]

Homeschooling

[@jonathanbuck3138]

Talk about overacting... Incredibly patronizing.

[@minervaj5484]

Jonathan Buck typical of an elementary school teacher don't you think?

[@meow2373]

I'm having to work kind of hard to separate the content from the delivery in this video. The content isn't terrible, but yikes on the talk.

[@deynerbricenoo]

lol .. the way she overacts

[@Yetou85]

its irritating

[@weddinglady38]

why don't you talk naturally instead of the dramatics! Terrible!

[@judithwilliams4212]

omg i have changed the last man talking about his billboard now i,m changing her i want to learn things not hear them

[@jv26amak98]

No discipline. We can see how much American children and Indian children studies. The difference is showing which type is good

[@deetan7944]

Sorry but is she a real teacher! How does she even assess her own students ....

[@sayedfathii]

Did not get out of this with a single meaningful idea .. utter overacting

[@isabellaireland1700]

Lady, get real.

[@sachinjangid9845]

Omg my ears hurt Barely survive these 8 minutes....so irritating

[@utoobah]

Then why are you watching...😆

[@Hubris1998]

I've no idea what she's even talking about she's not offering anything of any value

[@tamarovskaya9356]

Как надоел противный американский акцент,занижение и зажимание голоса!Я люблю английский, но ваше однообразие -роботы!!!

[@whatma4813]

Wow... tell me you have not set foot in a class in a long time without telling me you have not set foot in a class in a long time... If ever! This video is a waste of time for actual teachers. Soothing for the general public, I guess.

[@MumtazAli-nf6ov]

ARSlAN RAJPTU

[@orestkryeziu]

Ej i keqi

[@Kuro_125]

No help at all

[@Kuro_125]

This is so boring

[@donaldd4136]

Boring and a waste of time.

[@bilalhasan4034]

Nevertheless, interesting thought 🤔