Creativity for the future

Day 1: Understanding Creativity

• Morning Session:

  • Introduction to the course and its objectives.
  • Defining creativity in the context of education.
  • Exploring the importance of fostering creativity in primary education.

• Afternoon Session:

  • Discussing the role of teachers in nurturing creativity.
  • Identifying barriers to creativity in the classroom.
  • Engaging in group activities to understand creative thinking.

Day 2: Creativity in Lesson Planning

• Morning Session:

  • Exploring creative lesson planning techniques.
  • Incorporating creativity into existing curriculum standards.
  • Sharing examples of successful creative lesson plans.

• Afternoon Session:

  • Workshop: Participants create their creative lesson plans.
  • Group discussions and peer review of lesson plans.

Day 3: Integrating Arts and Innovation

• Morning Session:

  • Understanding the connection between arts and creativity.
  • Exploring ways to integrate arts into various subjects.
  • Guest speaker or demonstration from a local artist.

• Afternoon Session:

  • Practical activities: Participants engage in art-based teaching methods.
  • Reflecting on the impact of artistic approaches on student creativity.

Day 4: Technology and Creativity

• Morning Session:

  • Discussing the role of technology in fostering creativity.
  • Exploring educational apps and tools for creative learning.
  • Hands-on experience with selected technology tools.

• Afternoon Session:

  • Collaborative project: Participants design a technology-based creative lesson.
  • Sharing and discussing the potential challenges and benefits.

Day 5: Fostering a Creative Classroom Culture

• Morning Session:

  • Examining the classroom environment's impact on creativity.
  • Strategies for creating a safe space for students to express creativity.
  • Developing a plan for integrating creativity into daily routines.

• Afternoon Session:

  • Group discussion on challenges and solutions in implementing creative teaching.
  • Action planning: Each participant outlines steps to enhance creativity in their classrooms.
  • Closing remarks and certificate distribution.

Throughout the course, encourage active participation, collaboration, and reflection among the teachers. Adjust the agenda based on the specific needs and interests of the participants