'Creativity and its cultivation' looks at the recent research, theory and educational practice. Students will be introduced to concepts, theories and research associated with creativity. Students are strongly encouraged to fill out the online evaluation at the end of term.
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201209 - FALL 2012 - EDPI 527 - CREATIVITY AND ITS CULTIVATION SYLLABUS
'Creativity and its cultivation' looks at the recent research, theory and educational practice. Students will be introduced to concepts, theories and research associated with creativity. Students are strongly encouraged to fill out the online evaluation at the end of term.
'Creativity and its cultivation' looks at the recent research, theory and educational practice. Students will be introduced to concepts, theories and research associated with creativity. Students are strongly encouraged to fill out the online evaluation at the end of term.
Time & Location: Wed. 6:05-8:55PM EDUC Room 433 Office Hours: By appointment david.hoida@mcgill.ca Email: Course Description: Creativity and its cultivation will look at the recent research, theory and educational practice concerning creativity, with special attention to creativity in students within inclusive educational settings. Course Objectives: Students will be introduced to concepts, theories and research associated with creativity in inclusive learning environments Students will reflect upon their philosophical beliefs concerning intelligence, thinking, creativity and the individual Students will be able to encourage creativity in a wide variety of learning situations and curricula through the recognition of creativity and creative potential, fostering inclusive techniques and creative-process promoting exercises Students will develop a creative self-awareness University Policies: 1) "McGill University values academic integrity. Therefore, all students must understand the meaning and consequences of cheating, plagiarism and other academic offences under the Code of Student Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures (see http://www.mcgill.ca/integritv for more information)." 2) "If you have a disability please contact the instructor to arrange a time to discuss your situation. It would be helpful if you contact the Office for Students with Disabilities at 398-6009 or online at http://www.mcgill.calosd) before you do this." 3) "Additional policies governing academic issues which affect students can be found in the Handbook on Student Rights and Responsibilities, Charter of Students' Rights (online at http://www. mcgill. calfileslsecretariatlgreenbookenglish.pdO." 4) "In accord with McGill University's Charter of Students' Rights, students in this course have the right to submit in English or in French any written work that is to be graded." 5) MERCURY ONLINE EVALUATIONS: Students are strongly encouraged to fill out the online evaluation for this course at the end of term. Online course evaluations serve primarily as a tool towards teaching improvement, informing students about courses, and as one of the elements for evaluating the teaching performance of staff for reappointment, tenure and promotion purposes. For more information consult the following link: http://www. mcgill. caltlslcourseevaluations/mercurv 6) In the event of extraordinary circumstances beyond the University's control, the content and/or evaluation scheme in this course is subject to change. Class Policies: Attendance and punctuality are vital Active participation during class discussions, exercises and activities is strongly encouraged Assignments must be handed in during class time or stamped by personnel in the Education office (EDUC 614) Late assignments will be penalized 5% a day All items contained in the course outline are subject to change at the instructor's discretion Readings (required): 1. EDPI 527 Course pack (CP): various book excerpts & journal articles 2. Distributed articles in class Method: Course objectives will be met through the following learning strategies Lecture, Readings, Reflective Journaling & Assignments Large & Small group discussion Interactive activities and exercises Presentations Evaluation: Reflective Journal (5 entries) 20% Article Summary & Critique 15% Concept maps (2) 20% Creative activity/exercise proposal 1 0% Creative activity/exercise reflection 15% Workshop Presentation 20% Evaluation Philosophy: The creative process is affected by the instructions or guidelines of an assignment The evaluation of a creative process/product affects how students creatively engage o Assignment criteria and evaluation for this course is designed to maximize the creative potential of the student o Assignment criteria details and evaluation rubrics for course assignments will be a collaborative effort that highlights how assignment design and assessment impacts upon creativity Reflective Journal Addresses the class topics, activities, discussions and readings Outlines the author's analysis, critique and judgment of the material Connects the author to the material in some practical sense Article Summary & Critique Select research article that explores an aspect of creativity Summarize and critique the research process and findings of the article Concept Maps Map 1: Illustrates the major concepts encountered in the course and the links between these concepts Map 2: Illustrates the connection between course concepts and personal constructs associated with creativity Creative Activity/Exercise An exercise/activity designed by the students that will involve class participation, a learning outcome and an inclusive "creative experience, process or product" The exercise/activity will be designed, implemented followed by student reflection upon the planning and running of the activity Students work in groups of 3 and the activity/exercise has a duration of 40-50 minutes Workshop Presentation Highlights a creative resource or strategy in inclusive education Presents the research or practice background as established in an academic journal Presents both a theoretical review and practical implications Demonstrates an innovative presentation format Students work in groups of 3 and presentations will have a "fair" format where students will circulate to appreciate each presentation Grading: % Letter 85-100 A 80-84 A- 75-79 B+ 70-74 B 65-69 8- 60-64 C+ 55-59 c 50-54 D <50 F \ Tentative Schedule Date Topics Readings Assignments {to be read for (due on this. date) this date) Sept 5 What is creativity ... None -Ck4l.\64J au-. And whom is creative? ,,h..., Sept 12 Theories & models of creativity in CP 1 &2 -Cret:\l( educational psychology: The
cognitive approach Sept 19 Cultivating creativity: fostering the CP 3 OR6 Journal1 creative process Sept 26 Exploring Creativity & Challenging CP40R5 Concept Map 1 Theories Oct 3 Creativity & Motivation CP14 Article Summary/Critique Oct 10 Creative Problem Solving CP 7 & 15 Journal 2: CP 15 Oct 17 Bridging theory and practice in CPS Concept Map 2 creativity: Roles & Responsibilities Oct24 Creativity: Assessment & Evaluation CP 9 OR 10 Activity/Exercise Proposal Oct 31 Creativity in Inclusive Education: CP 16 OR 17 Journal3 The Arts & Well-Being OR21 Nov? Creative Activities/Exercises CP 11, 12 & 13 Journal4 Nov 14 Creativity in Inclusive Education: CP 20 Creative Activity/Exercise The Sciences Reflection Nov21 Creativity in Inclusive Education: CP 18 OR 19 JournalS Reading & Writing Nov28 Workshop None Poster e-Handout
Jimma University College of Education & Behavioral Sciences Department of Teacher Education & Curriculum Studies Curriculum Studies (TECS-By: Ahmed Endris (MA in Curriculum Studies)