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Creativity in the Classroom Starts With Embracing Positive Tools and Attitudes
Teachers who prioritize emotional intelligence alongside academics unlock deeper learning and innovation in their students
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Teachers who prioritize emotional intelligence alongside academics unlock deeper learning and innovation in their students
Fostering creativity in the classroom has become increasingly significant, specifically in a time where standardized testing often reigns supreme. Some experts in the education field maintain that while hard skills like math and reading are essential, the intangible qualities of kindness, empathy, and curiosity can have profound impacts on a student’s overall development.
In reflecting on incidents from his professional and personal life, Preston Trebas, STEM Training and Development Specialist at Boxlight, illustrated the boundless potential children have when given the space to be innovative and creative. For the second portion of a BoxLight episode, Trebas shared heartening stories that demonstrate compelling testament to the importance of nurturing creativity in the classroom from a young age.
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