Lesson Summary
In the "Creation & Innovation" section of this chapter, there are several steps you can take to engage in creative and innovative thinking:
1. Begin by reviewing the chapter and identifying the most important concepts. Use the provided PDF to complete design, creation, or idea challenges related to the chapter.
2. Reflect on the effectiveness of your new ideas and creations. Use your notes as a checklist to self-evaluate the effectiveness of your designs or ideas.
3. Share your ideas with a colleague or group. Explain the thinking behind your ideas and ask for feedback.
4. Take the next steps by trying out a newly created strategy or idea with a class. Reflect on its success and discuss it with a colleague.
5. Share your ideas and experiences from this chapter with other teachers in the Rock Your Class Facebook group or on social media using the hashtag #rockyourclass.
To get started with your first creation and innovation idea, use the provided PDF and choose five ways to spread positivity. Circle one that you will consider implementing. Return to the Inspection & Reflection section and use your notes to self-evaluate the effectiveness of your choices. Share your choices with a colleague and ask for feedback.
Using your curriculum or a resource from your subject area, record ideas for positive change that you could use with one of your classes. Return to the Inspection & Reflection section and use your notes to self-evaluate the effectiveness of your ideas for change. Share your ideas with a colleague and ask for feedback.
Try your positive ideas with a class, reflect on its success, and discuss it with a colleague. You also have the option to share your ideas in the Rock Your Class Facebook group or on social media using the hashtag #rockyourclass.
If you want more ideas, there are important links provided, including a music video and QR codes for additional resources. Additionally, you can join the Rock Your Class Facebook group, sign up for ÉTIENNE's weekly blog, and follow Rock Your Class on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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