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Linds, Warren; Jhunjhunwala, Tejaswinee; Nadarajah, Linthuja; Starnino, Antonio; Vettraino, Elinor – LEARNing Landscapes, 2021
This article emerges from an approach to transformative learning where students are challenged to explore taken-for-granted assumptions about their experiences in the world. We outline the 6-Part Story Method (6PSM), which uses abstract images to provide a structured storytelling process that enables reflexive learning. This is documented through…
Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Story Telling, Reflection, College Faculty
Anderson, Ross C. – Mind, Brain, and Education, 2018
In this commentary, I build on recent interdisciplinary models for embodied cognition with additional perspectives from affective neuroscience, educational psychology, creativity theory, and science education. I invoke William James and John Dewey, pioneers of an embodied philosophy of mind, alongside recent affective neuroscience theory about the…
Descriptors: Creativity, Schemata (Cognition), Interdisciplinary Approach, Neurosciences
Wood, Heather – Changing English: Studies in Culture and Education, 2014
In this essay I explore the constraints and opportunities confronting me as a newly qualified teacher and how these affect my pedagogy. I have reflected on my own development from beginning to newly qualified teacher and considered how such forces have shaped my identity as a teacher, my values and my approach to the job. As part of my exploration…
Descriptors: English Teachers, English Instruction, Educational Change, Teacher Attitudes
Hess, Mary – Religious Education, 2010
One of the author's most vivid and early memories of "learning about religion" comes from when she was in seventh grade, and her math teacher scolded her and her friend for arguing about religion in the back of the room. Both of them were deeply steeped in family religious practice, and new to each other's traditions. That experience was…
Descriptors: Religion, Religious Education, Religious Cultural Groups, Cultural Pluralism
Hollenbeck, James; Hollenbeck, Darina – Online Submission, 2009
Research and various studies have showed that using multimedia in the classroom increases creativity, innovation problem solving and improves communication between people. Technology addresses equity and access issues for learners. Using technology allows educators to refine teaching strategies and learning processes, and to be more inclusive of…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Classroom Research, Learning Processes, Teaching Methods

Reckinger, Nancy R. – Journal of Teacher Education, 1980
The vital role of enthusiasm and creative thinking on the part of the teacher is underscored. (JD)
Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Creativity, Learning Processes, Success

Spraggins, John R. – Educational Theory, 1984
Investigates questions regarding Alfred North Whitehead's educational rhythm. Focuses on the concept of periodicity as the essence of Whitehead's universal system and less technical thoughts on learning. (DF)
Descriptors: Creativity, Educational Philosophy, Educational Theories, Learning Processes
Hayrynen, Iyrjo-Paavo – Adult Education in Finland, 1980
Suggests that future pedagogy should search for methods to develop conscious thinking and to connect detailed learning with creative, utility-oriented human activities. Different pedagogical forms should be applied to a greater extent in universities and ordinary adult education. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes

Nowak-Fabrykowski, Krystyna – Journal of Creative Behavior, 1992
This paper discusses links among the process of creativity, symbolization, and learning. The importance of symbolization in thinking, in school learning, in child development, and in the behavior of creative learners is stressed. (DB)
Descriptors: Child Development, Children, Cognitive Processes, Creative Development
Prouty, Dick – Zip Lines: The Voice for Adventure Education, 2000
Creativity is valued increasingly in business and education. Humor, fun, and play take the brain from a cognitive, rule-bound state to a more fluid state where the whole body can work on a problem while the "thinking mind" is relaxed. Vignettes demonstrate how adventure education stimulates creativity through play, fun, humor, and…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Creativity, Educational Environment, Experiential Learning

Torrance, E. P.; Rockenstein, Z. L. – Gifted International, 1987
The article reviews the literature on creativity, learning styles, brain studies, teaching technologies, and learning strategies. Although learning styles and strategies differ among individuals, creativity is maximized through use of the fully functioning brain. Teaching suggestions include producing alternative explanations/consequences,…
Descriptors: Brain Hemisphere Functions, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Creativity

Gotz, Ignacio L. – Educational Theory, 1983
This article deals with the claim that teaching is an art. The particular view of art held by Heidegger is explored in an effort to find the meaning of art and of teaching. (CJ)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Values, Creativity, Discovery Processes, Educational Philosophy
van der Veen, Ruud – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 2006
Societal changes in late modernity influenced what persons should learn and also influenced how education should change to support these new learning requirements. Particularly, the increasing instrumentalization of our society requires more autonomous and reflective learners. On the one hand this article describes three specific examples of such…
Descriptors: Lifelong Learning, Social Change, Nonformal Education, Adult Education
Gorovitz, Elizabeth Shey – Training and Development Journal, 1982
Ned Herrmann is interviewed regarding his latest theories on "applied creativity" and the design and delivery of "whole brain learning." He discusses the roles of the brain's two hemispheres, the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument, the importance of brain dominance to trainers, and the link between creativity and productivity.…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Cerebral Dominance, Cognitive Style, Creativity

Perkinson, Henry J. – ETC: A Review of General Semantics, 1980
Considers the way people create knowledge, the way personal knowledge grows, and the types of educative environments that are supportive to students' efforts to improve their knowledge. (GT)
Descriptors: Creativity, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Feedback
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