Learning About Learning
Perspective movies
Creative thinking - Carol McGuinness
The focus of this perspective movie is developing creative thinking. Carol McGuinness reflects on some of the assumptions and beliefs about creative thinking and outlines ways in which school can help to develop creativity in young people.
Creativity - Dylan Wiliam
The focus of this perspective movie is creativity. Dylan Wiliam reviews the changing nature of literacy in our society and the importance of developing creative thinking skills in young people.
Permission to be creative - Brian Boyd
The focus of this perspective movie is how schools can foster creative thinking. Brian Boyd outlines some of the associated concepts including brainstorming, mind mapping and collaborative learning.
Fostering creativity - Ian Smith
The focus of this perspective movie is creativity. Ian Smith examines the way in which perceptions about creativity within the curriculum influences the nature of learning experiences for children, particularly in the secondary school setting.
Creativity and stickability - Brian Boyd
The focus of this perspective movie is the nature of creativity. Brian Boyd outlines some of the associated concepts including Carol Dweck's self theory.