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Fueling Creativity in EducationDEBRIEF 10(3): Opportunities, Metacognition, and the Importance of SleepSign up for our weekly newsletter here!
In this mid-season debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the past three interviews that brought a diverse set of perspectives on fostering creativity within educational spaces. They revisit key moments with Jamie Celia Tosi from the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Jaap Haartsen—the inventor of Bluetooth, Dr. Jo Boaler from Stanford University, and Buffalo public school teacher Jonathan Guerra. The hosts discuss topics ranging from the fusion of creativity skills with domain expertise, the importance of pr...2025-04-2925 minFueling Creativity in EducationWhy Relationships Matter Most: Creativity and Student Readiness with Jonathan GarraSign up for our weekly newsletter here!
How does the focus on relationships and trauma-informed care revolutionize the approach to creativity in education?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood are joined by educator Jonathan Garra to explore the crucial role of relationships, trauma-informed teaching, and student readiness in fostering creativity. Jonathan shares his insights from 17 years of teaching experience spanning both independent and public schools. The discussion explores the foundational importance of relationships in education and how recognizing students as whole individuals can...2025-04-2232 minFueling Creativity in EducationInnovation in the Classroom with Jaap Haartsen and Jayme CellitiociSign up for our weekly newsletter here!
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In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue their dynamic conversation with their guests, Jaap Haartsen, known for his pioneering development of Bluetooth technology, and Jayme Cellitoci, the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The discussion delves into the implications of technology in society, highlighting the ethical considerations and unintended consequences that accompany technological advancements. Jaap shares his insights on the dual nature...2025-04-0823 minFueling Creativity in EducationEquity in Gifted Education: Overcoming Barriers to Inclusion with Dr. Erinn F. FloydSign up for our weekly newsletter here!
How can teachers move from a "deficit mindset" to a "dynamic mindset" when recognizing creativity and intelligence in diverse learners?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood engage in a rich dialogue with Dr. Erin F. Floyd, a renowned scholar specializing in gifted education, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Dr. Floyd, who serves as the Director of Training and Partnership Development for the Consortium for Inclusion of Underrepresented Racial Groups in gifted education, discusses the historical...2025-02-2531 minFueling Creativity in EducationExploring Creativity, Metacognition, and Gifted Education with Dr. Jeb PuryearSign up for our weekly newsletter here!
Welcome to an exciting new episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast as we kick off season 10 with a compelling mini-series on diversity, creativity and gifted education, recorded live at the 2024 National Association for Gifted and Talented Conference in Seattle, Washington. In this episode, our hosts, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down with Dr. Jeb Puryear, an associate professor at the University of Montana. Dr. Puryear imparts his extensive knowledge on the intersection of creativity, talent development, and education. They delve into how creativity research can...2025-02-1134 minFueling Creativity in EducationIntroducing Season 10 live from NAGC 2024Sign up for our weekly newsletter here!
We are back for Season 10 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! In this episode, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood announce a unique and exciting start with episodes recorded on location at the National Association for Gifted and Talented Conference in Seattle. This season also features a special miniseries that explores gifted education alongside diversity, equity, and inclusion topics, kicking off with three insightful episodes.
The episode also highlights several developments aimed at amplifying the podcast's reach and resources. Cyndi shares her endeavor to launch a...2025-02-0415 minFueling Creativity in EducationThe Science Behind the Curtain: Theater's Role in Boosting Creativity with Dr. Thalia GoldsteinWhy does theatre education matter?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood engage with Dr. Thalia Goldstein to explore the enriching world of theater education. Dr. Goldstein begins with the concept of a "consequence-free environment" in theater classrooms, where playfulness and the freedom to make mistakes foster both intra- and interpersonal skills that students can carry into various areas of their lives. Highlighting her three-year qualitative research, Dr. Goldstein introduces listeners to the "Acting Habits of Mind," vital psychological skills cultivated through theater, such as body...2024-12-0341 minFueling Creativity in EducationThinking Like a Lawyer: Colin Seale on Creative and Critical Thinking in SchoolsHow might we infuse critical thinking into the classroom?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Colin Seale, a seasoned educator, attorney, and the founder of Think Law. Colin delves into how educators can ignite creative thinking in their classrooms through open-ended questions, fostering student creativity, and navigating existing educational systems while pushing for change. He emphasizes the need to maintain and nurture the innate curiosity each student possesses, challenging the conventional educational structures that often stifle imagination and innovative thinking. With captivating examples from...2024-11-1935 minFueling Creativity in EducationDEBRIEF 9.3:Revising a Creative Mindset and Participatory CreativityIn this latest episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on their journey through Season 9. They discuss the rapid pace of the semester and how balancing responsibilities can be a challenge without deliberate efforts to slow down. The hosts kick off their debrief by revisiting recent episodes, including conversations with Corey Gray on culturally responsive teaching, Dr. Edward Clapp on participatory creativity in education, and Dorta Nielsen from the Center for Creative Thinking in Denmark. They delve into key insights from these episodes, reflecting on the importance of recognizing d...2024-11-1223 minFueling Creativity in EducationNurturing Creative Mindsets in Schools with Dorte NielsenHow might we cultivate a creative mindset in our classrooms?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, join hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood as they delve into transforming educational settings to foster creativity with special guest, Dorte Nielsen. Dorte is the founder of Creative Thinker and the Center for Creative Thinking in Copenhagen, with an impressive background in advertising and education. She has authored 10 books and has been a driving force behind integrating creative thinking into primary school curricula. Through her work, Dorte has introduced innovative programs that encourage creative thinking...2024-11-0530 minFueling Creativity in EducationLISTEN & LEARN: The Creative Studies Project Parnes and NollerIn this final episode of the 2024 Listen and Learn series, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood conclude their exploration of classic literature in the field of creativity. They discuss the importance of studying these foundational works to gain a historical perspective and bridge connections between research and creative teaching and learning environments.
Together, they dive into the Creative Studies Project, a research study conducted by Sid Parnes and Ruth Noller in 1972 at Buffalo State University. The project aimed to determine if the Osborn-Parnes Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process could be taught and its impact on c...2024-08-0616 minFueling Creativity in EducationLISTEN & LEARN: An Analysis of Creativity by Mel RhodesWhat is your definition of creativity?
In this second episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast Listen and Learn Series, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood dive into the profound work of Mel Rhodes with a focus on his influential 1961 article, "The Analysis of Creativity." The discussion elaborates on Rhodes' quest to define creativity, exploring how his attempt gave rise to the seminal framework known as the "Four P's" of creativity: Person, Process, Press, and Product. Cyndi and Matthew dissect each P, relating them to various thought-provoking episodes from their extensive podcast library. From...2024-07-0915 minFueling Creativity in EducationDEBRIEF 8.4: Interdisciplinary Learning and Revising the Semantics of CreativityHow might we build more interdisciplinary learning experiences for students?
In the Season 8 finale of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood delve into a comprehensive debrief of the past season, celebrating the rich array of insights and interdisciplinary connections shared by their diverse guests. They explore key highlights, including discussions on building collaborative cultures with Kathleen Scott and Alyssa Matuchniak, unlocking educators' creative potential with Rosie Leonard-Kane and Alan Morgan, and the intersections of creativity and art visualization with Dr. Cheryle Yin Lo. The hosts reflect on notable themes...2024-05-2124 minFueling Creativity in EducationDEBRIEF 8.3: Theater Communities, AI Case Study, and Getting Curious About StudentsLet's bridge the gap!
In this debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood dissect their key takeaways from recent interviews with creative educators. The episode kicks off with reflections on a conversation with Dr. Jim DeVivo, a drama educator, and delves into the impact of theater and improvisation in the classroom. They discuss how theater provides a unique space for students who may not fit into the conventional social groups at school, such as sports or academics, allowing them to express themselves and flourish creatively. The pair...2024-04-2317 minFueling Creativity in EducationDEBRIEF EPISODE: Creative v Critical Thinking and the Importance of Active ListeningIt’s that time again! It’s time to debrief the first half of Season 7 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast. In this episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the first five episodes of Season 7, highlighting the key takeaways and lessons these discussions have taught them about how they can fuel creativity in school, at home, and beyond.
Listen in to hear Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights. Then, they challenge you to explore new opportunities for getting involved and facilitating creativity in your community.
Eager to bring more...2023-10-0327 minFueling Creativity in EducationSEASON 7: A new academic yearWe are back with Season Seven of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast!
Join Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood as they share what is in store for Season Seven and announce a new podcast sponsor.
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Referenced Episodes:
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Creativity with Bryan Alexander
Teaching Teachers About Creativity
Other items referenced:
New Book Alert: Raising Highly Creative Kids: 8 Tips for Early Years Parenting
My Sandwich is a...2023-05-3020 minFueling Creativity in EducationA DEBRIEF: Creativity Special with Dr. Howard GardnerIn this debrief episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their interview with Dr. Howard Gardner, a developmental psychologist, renowned author, and the Hobbs Research Professor of Cognition and Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Cyndi and Matt reflect on Dr. Gardner's work in Creativity studies, discuss Five Minds of the Future, and consider the teaching of mini c and little c creativity in the classroom.
Referenced Resources:
A Synthesizing Mind: A Memoir from the Creator of Multiple Intelligences Theory by Howard Gardner
Creating Minds b...2023-05-2427 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreativity Special with Dr. Howard GardnerIn this special episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Howard Gardner, a developmental psychologist, renowned author, and the Hobbs Research Professor of Cognition and Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Listen in as Howard shares his perspective of creativity and how it’s changed throughout his career in education and research. He highlights the fascinating insights he learned from writing “Creating Minds: An Anatomy of Creativity Seen Through the Lives of Freud, Einstein, Picasso, Stravinsky, Eliot, Graham, and Ghandi”. He speaks on how cre...2023-05-1653 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROWBACK: Integrating Creativity into the Art Classroom with Tamara DolemanHow is teaching art different than teaching creativity? How do you teach creativity in the context of art? In this throwback episode of Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their discussion with Tamara Doleman, head of the Visual Art department at Ashbury College in Canada. Tamara is passionate about exploring the intersection between art, creativity, wellbeing, and the growth and healing potential it can provide our communities and schools.
Listen in to learn about Tamara’s deliberate approach to teaching creativity in the art classroom and the difference bet...2023-05-0916 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROWBACK: Exploring Levels of Student Engagement with Dr. Heather LyonHow is creativity connected to engagement in an educational environment? In this throwback episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their conversation with Dr. Heather Lyon, author of Engagement is not a Unicorn (It’s a Narwhal) and The BIG Book of Engagement Strategies.
Listen in to learn Heather’s unique formula for engagement, the differences between student engagement and adult engagement, and engagement impacts our ability to be successful learners. She details her 4 Levels of Engagement and what causes someone to shift from one level to an...2023-05-0227 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROWBACK on creativity and serendipity with Dr. Wendy RossHow does serendipity affect creativity? In this throwback episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their conversation with Dr. Wendy Ross, a cognitive scientist, senior lecturer in psychology, and Chair of the Serendipity Society. Wendy’s research looks at the role of serendipity in creativity, using everything from experimental methods to ethnographic work.
Listen in as Wendy shares her research findings on the relationship between serendipity and creativity, why serendipity is a disruptive force in learning, and the importance of students building a tolerance to failure and adversity. Sh...2023-04-2532 minFueling Creativity in EducationBRIDGING THE GAP: Creativity, Change, and the Thinking TeacherIn this ONE-HUNDREDTH episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the final five episodes of Season 6, highlighting the key takeaways from their interviews with AJ Crabill, Lisa Saunders, Dr. Kulvarn Atwal, Joann McPike, and creativity researcher Dr. Zorana Ivecvic Pringle.
During the show, they also reflect on the work producing the podcast and announce an upcoming special episode with Dr. Howard Gardner.
Major Takeaways from Season 6 Episodes 6-10:
How emotion can influence the creative process and why it is helpful to...2023-04-1819 minFueling Creativity in EducationHow School Boards Can Influence Creativity with AJ CrabillWe all know the greatest change is often made from the top down… So, do you want to learn how to create change starting at your school board? Want to shift your school system to focus more on creativity and student outcomes? We have an incredible change maker to share his tips and strategies with you. In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome AJ Crabill, a school board coach and conservator at DeSoto Independent School District.
Listen in as AJ talks about his role as...2023-04-1130 minFueling Creativity in EducationTeaching Teachers about Creativity with Lisa SaundersIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Lisa Saunders, a 4th grade teacher based in Connecticut. Listen in to gain insight into Lisa’s experience at the Teacher Innovation Studio (a program facilitated by Matt) and how it transformed her thinking as an educator.
Lisa shares the unique challenge she worked on that led her to become a Teacher Innovation Champion in 2022: “How can I help students regulate their emotions to be prepared for learning throughout the school day by using plickers and a choice board?”
...2023-04-0426 minFueling Creativity in EducationThe Thinking Teacher is a Creative Teacher with Dr. Kulvarn AtwalCalling all teachers! Do you need a boost of confidence in your career? Are you ready to take your profession to the next level? This is the episode for you!
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back Dr. Kulvarn Atwal, an educator, principal, and author of The Thinking School and The Thinking Teacher. The Thinking Teacher was written to share the findings of Kulvarn’s doctoral research, which highlights how educators can create a more expansive learning environment through quality teaching.
Lis...2023-03-2832 minFueling Creativity in EducationExposing Students to Different Cultures Expands Thinking with Joann McPikeEver wonder what it would be like to travel the world as a nomad in high school? You’re about to find out! In this episode of Fueling Creativity in Education, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Joann McPike, the Founder of THINK Global School, a not-for-profit, project-based, student-led traveling boarding school. THINK Global School is based on the foundation of empathy, diversity, resilience, and self-reflection. Enrolled students travel to four different countries each year for the last three years of high school.
Tune in to learn how this nomadic school works, the cha...2023-03-2131 minFueling Creativity in EducationLIVE EVENT! Celebrating TWO YEARS of the podcastDr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood are celebrating TWO YEARs of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast. In this short promotional episode, they invite their listeners to a live event streaming over the Internet on March 24, 2023, 2:00-2:45 PM.
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2023-03-1703 minFueling Creativity in EducationEmotional Intelligence and Creativity with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic PringleWhat role do emotions play in creativity? Are we more creative when we’re happy? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue their discussion with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, Ph.D., a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. In part 1 of this double expresso, Zorana talked about how people engage in the creative process and how that applies to the classroom environment.
In part 2, you’ll learn more about the emotional side of creativity along with strategies for supporting students as they...2023-03-1423 minFueling Creativity in EducationHow emotions influence the creative process with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic PringleGrab your coffee! We have an incredible double expresso about creativity and emotions. In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Dr. Ivcevic studies the role of emotions in creativity and well-being, as well as how to use the arts (and art-related institutions) to promote emotion and creativity skills.
In Part 1 of this discussion, you’ll learn how people engage in the creative process and the role emotions play in tha...2023-03-1425 minFueling Creativity in EducationBRIDGING THE GAP: Be a Mentor or Find a Mentor and Community LeadershipIt’s that time again! It’s time to debrief the first half of Season 6 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast. In this episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the first five episodes of Season 6, highlighting the key takeaways and lessons these discussions have taught them about how they can fuel creativity in school, at home, and beyond.
Listen in to hear Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights. Then, they challenge you to explore new opportunities for getting involved and facilitating creativity in your community.
Stay...2023-03-0719 minFueling Creativity in EducationPromoting Creativity in Music Class with Adrian GordonHow does music education promote creativity in children? How can we inspire kids to be creative through music? In this episode of Fueling Creativity in Education, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome their first music-focused guest, Adrian Gordon, a composer, author, performer, and music educator. Adrian is the founder of Leap Year Music Publishing, which publishes string music for elementary, middle, and high school ensembles. He is also the author of Note to Self; A Music Director’s Guide for Transitioning to a New School and Building a Thriving Music Program.
Tune in to...2023-02-2828 minFueling Creativity in EducationFacilitating ”Artist Dates” in the Classroom with Samantha OlschanHow can educators make learning more fun, engaging, and empowering? Today’s guest has lots of tips and tricks! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Samantha Olschan, an award-winning transmedia artist and educator who works across animation, art, and design for films, brands, and experiential media. Her creative practice investigates how storytelling, motion design, and experimental narrative can serve underrepresented and/or underserved communities.
Listen in to learn how Samantha combines collaborative, game-based, and project-based learning in the classroom with digital media as a l...2023-02-2131 minFueling Creativity in EducationUsing Chess to Teach Failure and Perseverance with Dr. Salome Thomas-ELHow do you champion students through failure, success, and the creative process? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Salome Thomas-EL, aka Principal EL, an award-winning principal, teacher, speaker, and author.
Tune in to learn how to motivate children who find success early in school, the innovative ways Principal EL teaches math, and the benefits of using games and game-based learning in the classroom. Principal EL highlights how he’s using chess to help students build resilience, creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking ski...2023-02-1438 minFueling Creativity in EducationGiving Up Control in the Classroom with Andrea MangoHow can teachers empower children to be more creative and engaged in class, even when they don’t want to? In this Fueling Creativity in Education podcast episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Andrea Mango, an elementary STEAM teacher based in Williamsville, New York. This episode focuses on bridging the gap between theories and studies of creativity and the practical implications for them in an elementary classroom.
Please tune in to learn how Andrea inspires creativity in her STEAM classroom, how she has overcome barriers to bringing choice for students into the cla...2023-02-0730 minFueling Creativity in EducationArt Makes Creativity Visible with Dr. Penny HayHow do we facilitate learning that invites inquiry and makes learning purposeful? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Penny Hay, an artist, educator, and researcher in the field of culture and creativity. Penny’s doctoral research focused on children’s learning identities as artists.
Tune in to learn Penny’s approach to engaging children in learning through the arts and across the curriculum, what she’s discovered in her research about children’s learning identities as artists, and how you can start teaching ar...2023-01-3128 minFueling Creativity in EducationSEASON SIX: New Things Brewing!We are back with Season Six of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast!
Join Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood as they share what is in store for Season Six!
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Special question and an...2023-01-2406 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROW BACK: Teachers as Designers with KC LathropHow do you go from teaching to designing? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their discussion with creator, educator, and former IBM designer, KC Lathrop.
As a former teacher turned designer, KC works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything they want, and follow all creative desires.
Tune in to learn about her transition from educator to full-time designer at IBM, the similarities between teaching and design professions, and how her administrative role allows her to...2023-01-1721 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROW BACK: AI and the Future of Creative Production with Bryan AlexanderHow can AI and Machine Learning bring Creativity in the Future? In this throwback episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their discussion with Dr. Bryan Alexandar, a futurist and award-winning educator. This discussion was the first episode in the podcast, where Cyndi and Matthew began to discuss the impact of AI and how we might collaborate with machines in the future.
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How can AI and Machine Learning bring Creativity in the Future? In this throwback epi...2023-01-1025 minFueling Creativity in EducationBRIDGING THE GAP: Reflecting on the Creativity topics of 2022Fueling Creativity in Education – 2022 Reflections
Happy New Year! With 52 episodes produced and 29 creativity experts interviewed in this past year, the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast has generated countless insights that are transforming the way we approach creativity in education.
In this special first episode of 2023, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on five of their favorite insights from 2022 and share their top tips for bringing creativity into your classroom or home in 2023.
Tune in to hear Matt and Cyndi’s top 5 and stay tuned for Season 6...2023-01-0314 minFueling Creativity in EducationBRIDGING THE GAP: Revisiting the Impact of AI on CreativityLet’s debrief the second half of Season 5 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! In this episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the last six episodes of Season 5, highlighting the key takeaways and major lessons these discussions have taught us about creativity in education.
Listen in to hear Cyndi and Matt break down the following insights and share what’s in store for Fueling Creativity in Education in 2023!
Major Takeaways from Season 5 Episodes 7-12:
Parents and educators should think more about adding a shadow curriculum to the...2022-12-2714 minFueling Creativity in EducationMaker Education Across Different Socio-Economic Environments with Michael MinoWhy are MakerSpaces trending? Why is Maker Education so important? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Michael Mino, an Education Development Specialist with over 25 years of experience in K-16 public and private education. Michael is also the founder of numerous innovative student programs and currently serves as the Director of Career and Maker Education at Rancho Del Rey in Monterrey Mexico where he established a MakerSpace to serve underprivileged students.
Listen in to learn the power of the MakerSpace movement and how MakerSpaces s...2022-12-2036 minFueling Creativity in EducationThe focus of Early Years Education: A Hong Kong Perspective with Dr. Alfredo BautistaShould kindergarten be more focused on play or academics? How does education in Hong Kong differ from American/Western education? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Alfredo Bautista, an Associate Professor & Associate Head of the Department of Early Childhood Education at The Education University of Hong Kong. Alfredo is also Co-Director for the Centre for Educational and Developmental Sciences.
Listen in to learn about the current state of education in Hong Kong and how creativity is perceived in the Chinese educational system. T...2022-12-1330 minFueling Creativity in EducationMaking the Ideas of Young Children a Reality with Piet GrymonprezWhat is your Dream Machine? In this episode of Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Piet Grymonprez, author and Co-Founder and Managing Director of MyMachine. MyMachine is a for-purpose non-profit that has a unique and multi-award-winning methodology that unites students in primary, secondary and higher education to co-create "Dream Machines" invented by children.
Tune in to hear how Piet and his fellow Co-Founders created MyMachine, why they’re asking children to create a “Dream Machine”, and what a Dream Machine is in the first place. Piet explains how MyMachi...2022-12-0629 minFueling Creativity in EducationBuilding Robots to Support Childhood Creativity with Dr. Patrícia Alves-OliveiraIn Part 2 of this double espresso interview, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue speaking with Dr. Patrícia Alves-Oliveira, a Postdoctoral Researcher who focuses on designing human-robot interaction. Patrícia is interested in leveraging the qualities of social robots to empower human health and education, foster creativity in children, and improve mental health among adolescents.
Tune in to learn how robotics and future technologies can inspire and enhance creativity in young children. Patrícia talks about why she has focused her research on robots and human creativity, the key difference between robotics and artif...2022-11-2928 minFueling Creativity in EducationEvaluating the Impact of Creativity Interventions in Children with Dr. Patrícia Alves-OliveiraIn Part 1 of this Double Espresso episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Patrícia Alves-Oliveira, a Postdoctoral Researcher who focuses on designing human-robot interaction. Patrícia is especially interested in leveraging the qualities of social robots to empower human health and education, foster creativity in children, and improve mental health among adolescents.
Listen in to this episode to learn the impact of creativity interventions for children, how teachers can assess children to see if those interventions are working, and why it’s not always important to measure the outcomes, but to critiq...2022-11-2921 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreative Thinking as the Engine for Change in Education with Lola SchnappIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Lola Schnapp, a creativity and education advocate from Chile. Along with Cyndi, Lola is also the co-author of 20 Lessons to Weave Creative Thinking into Your Curriculum. Her passion is to share the power of creativity as an engine for change and growth in education.
Tune in to learn what it means to be deliberate about creativity in education, the powerful role of digital technology in creative development, and Lola’s recommendations on how teachers can deliberately add cre...2022-11-2232 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Can we separate ideas from the person?In this debrief episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the first five episodes of Season 5. Cyndi and Matthew begin by revising a discussion where one guest suggested we shouldn't focus on the person, only the idea. However, Cyndi and Matthew discuss if that is possible and consider how that relates to what we know of sociocultural theory.
Cyndi and Matthew also discussed the use of the word Creativity to describe a new Ph.D. program and how the aspects of the artistic process can support STEAM projects.
Subscribe to ou...2022-11-1519 minFueling Creativity in EducationUsing the Artistic Process to Teach Ph.D Students with Dr. Jonathan FinebergIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Jonathan Fineberg, an art historian, critic of contemporary art, and the program director of the PhD in Creativity program at University of the Arts in Philadelphia.
Listen in to learn Jonathan’s perspective on the relationship between creativity and the arts, how art encourages us to see things in different ways and give things new meaning, and the process he uses to enable his PhD students to apply creativity to their specific discipline.
“If...2022-11-0829 minFueling Creativity in EducationIntegrating Creative Thinking Skills into the Curriculum with Tanya KnudsenHow can creativity help students learn a new language? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Tanya Knudsen, an educator, world traveler, polyglot, and PhD candidate for creative leadership. Tanya’s currently teaching a TIM-based curriculum, Creativity Through English, via zoom to students at Wings of Change, a vocational hospitality school and hotel social enterprise in Madagascar. She teaches for creativity with an expanded and self-designed curriculum squarely rooted in the Torrance Incubation Model (TIM) for Teaching and Learning to combine Creative Thinking Skills with subjects.
...2022-11-0126 minFueling Creativity in EducationIntegrating Creativity into Education Leadership with Dr. Teresa LawrenceHow does creativity play a role in problem-solving? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Teresa Lawrence, who is recognized as the subject matter expert on the integration of Creative Problem Solving (CPS) into project management.
Listen to how educators and school administrators can use creativity in their leadership roles. While detailing this, Teresa highlights her strategies and frameworks for teaching the integration of creativity and creative problem-solving in schools.
Plus, the trio discusses deliberate approaches to the creative problem-solving process, ho...2022-10-2534 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreativity Is Everywhere! Including in Teachers with Vincent AndrewsCreativity doesn’t just happen in the arts… it can happen anywhere! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Vincent Andrews, a Humanities Instructor, high school art teacher, and creativity/life coach who’s passionate about identifying creative aptitude within specific domains and understanding the relationship between creative confidence and educational/training structures.
Listen in to hear how the humanities transformed Vincent’s outlook on life and learn his unique approach to cultivating creativity in an art-centric classroom, as well as other domains that are more...2022-10-1823 minFueling Creativity in EducationExploring Participatory Creativity and the Biography of an Idea with Edward ClappKicking off Season 5 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Edward P. Clapp, a Principal Investigator at Project Zero. Edward explores creativity and innovation, design and maker-centered learning, contemporary approaches to arts teaching and learning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
Listen in as Edward shines a light on the power of participatory creativity, how to overcome the eight crises of creativity in education, and how to use “a biography of an idea” to tell the story behind an idea. He also discusses why it’s beneficial to rem...2022-10-1134 minFueling Creativity in EducationSEASON FIVE: Another collection of amazing guestsIn this introductory episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer a summary of season five, which includes a collection of exceptional educators, administrators, and creativity researchers, as well as a subtle change to the format of the show.
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What to learn more about Design Thinking in Educa...2022-10-0405 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Imagination, Small Changes, and Being a Good AncestorWhat were the biggest lessons learned during the last five episodes in Season 4 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast? In this final debrief, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down and reflect on episodes that discussed imagination, play, innovation, navigating failure, implementing change within a system, and being a good ancestor.
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Lessons Learned from the Last Five Episodes of Season 4 of Fueling Creativity in Education:
From Dr. Vict...2022-09-2920 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreating Success for Children with Learning Differences with Dr. Victoria WallerComing up with ways to spark creativity in the classroom takes time, but it’s so worth the time spent! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Victoria Waller, an award-winning reading specialist and educational therapist who’s been helping children with reading and learning differences for the past 40 years. Victoria is also the author of Yes! Your Child Can: Creating Success for Children with Learning Differences.
Listen in as Victoria highlights creative techniques teachers can use to help students who “don’t enjoy lea...2022-09-2132 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreativity is about Change in the System with Michael Hanchett HansonHave you ever heard of the participatory framework of creativity?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Dr. Michael Hanchett Hanson, a developmental psychologist, author, and leader of the Participatory Creativity Lab. Among many other notable roles, Michael is one of the leading advocates for the participatory framework of creativity, emphasizing the diversity of roles people take up as participants in change.
Listen in to hear Michael break down the participatory framework of creativity and how it can be applied to...2022-09-1328 minFueling Creativity in EducationAn Industry Perspective of Creativity with Albert SchneiderThe business world is paving the way for future creativity in education. Want to learn how? Tune in to this episode of Fueling Creativity in Education as Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Albert Schneider. Albert is the Managing Principal at Aschneider Consulting LLC. and has an extensive background working for IBM and in the education field.
Listen in to learn how Albert defines creativity from a corporate perspective and breaks down the specific skills that will be needed for creativity in the future. He shares his thoughts on how creativity and creative th...2022-09-0628 minFueling Creativity in EducationUsing Play and Imagination to Engage Active Citizenship with Zviko KanyokaWhat does a design thinking program for children look like? Let’s find out!
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Zviko Kanyoka, a Project Manager for placemaking programs at Play Africa. Zviko is currently preparing to scale Play Africa's Design Thinking with Children programs across Sub-Saharan Africa, empowering children with creative skills by encouraging active citizenship within their communities.
Listen in to learn how Zviko’s background in architecture inspires her curriculum design and her work with children in the classroom. She sheds ligh...2022-08-3030 minFueling Creativity in EducationMy Favorite Failure with Dr. Ron Beghetto and Laura McBainIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back Dr. Ron Beghetto along with Laura McBain, Co-Director of the K12 Lab at the Stanford d.school. Ron and Laura recently came out with a new book, “My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead to Learning and Growth”. As a human-centered designer, Laura’s work focuses on understanding the ecosystem of education and finding meaningful opportunities for disruptive design and innovative educational experiences.
Listen in to learn about Ron and Laura’s personal favorite failures, the relationsh...2022-08-2335 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROW BACK: Infusing Creativity in Classroom with Dr. Susan Keller-MathersHow do you find joy in your classroom and infuse creativity into your students’ curriculum? In this throwback episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their discussion with Dr. Susan Keller-Mathers, an Associate Professor at the Center for Applied Imagination at SUNY Buffalo State.
Susan teaches graduate courses in creativity, chairs the curriculum committee, and serves on leadership teams of various departments across campus dedicated to infusing creative learning into their teaching and learning practices. Her focus is educating the next generation of creativity experts who will utilize th...2022-08-1619 minFueling Creativity in EducationTHROW BACK to the Thinking School with Dr. Kulvarn AtwalHow do you facilitate teacher-led change in the classroom? In this throwback episode Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their interview with Dr. Kulvarn Atwal, an executive headteacher of two large primary schools in East London and author of The Thinking School.
Listen in to hear Dr. Atwal share his thoughts on educational leadership and how to facilitate teacher-led change in the classroom. He sheds light on the importance of trial and error in school systems, how school leaders can support the creativity of teachers, and ways administrators can spark curiosity and professional development in...2022-08-0919 minFueling Creativity in EducationCREATIVITY TIP: Shifting PerspectivesIn this short Creativity Tip episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer advice on how to highlight the importance of perspective shifting when engaging students creatively in the classroom. Matthew shares an exercise he experienced during his graduate program that helped him realize the challenge of assuming the perspective of others. Cyndi introduces how stories can offer different perspectives, such as the perspective of an individual perceived by others as the villain of the story.
Interested in more tips to help bring creativity into the classroom? Check out Cyndi's Books, Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of...2022-08-0308 minFueling Creativity in EducationCREATIVITY TIP: Teaching FailureIn this short Creativity Tip episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer advice on how to address incidents of failure in a classroom environment. Matthew shares his take on the Marshmallow challenge and how he uses this activity to normalize failure in a learning environment. Cyndi introduces an activity on how to reflect on and monitor incidents of failure during the learning process.
Interested in more tips to help bring creativity into the classroom? Check out Cyndi's Books, Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of Your Curriculum, and 20 Lessons to Weave Creativity into Your Classroom.
2022-07-3108 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Video and Creative PotentialIn this debrief episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the first five episodes of Season 4. Cyndi revisits creative potential and the value of integrating student interests into the learning experience. At the same time, Matthew discusses expression preferences and the ability to know when to use and not use computer algorithms to support the creative process. Cyndi and Matthew also take time to reflect on the different ways they've both used video to engage their children in creative production.
If you haven't listened to all five episodes of Season 4 (+ the BONUS e...2022-07-1920 minFueling Creativity in EducationHow to Engage, Inspire, and Promote Creativity with Dr. Joseph RenzulliHow can we inspire and hold space for gifted and talented kids to express their creativity?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Joseph Renzulli, a world-renowned leader and pioneer in gifted education, creativity, and gifted teaching strategies. Joseph is here to share insights from his research along with why we should care about the spectrum of giftedness in our society.
Listen in to learn Joseph’s take on the relationship between giftedness and creativity, how to bring more...2022-07-1240 minFueling Creativity in EducationPersonal Interest Projects with Elizabeth RaddayWhat is a Personal Interest Project (PIP) and how might it benefit students’ creativity?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Elizabeth Radday, an educator who’s been working in education for over 12 years. Currently working in Skills21 and School Services for EdAdvance, Elizabeth is passionate about student-driven personal projects, like Capstone, and loves to see what students can do when they are given the space to explore their interests. The Capstone curriculum and Personal Interest Project (PIP) curriculum she wrote are now being used...2022-07-0533 minFueling Creativity in EducationTeaching Creative Content Production with Carrington FaulkShould social media content creation be part of K-12 education? Yes, but the answer is more complex than that…
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Carrington Faulk, a high school marketing teacher, Google for Education Certified Trainer, and Founder of ‘skilltivity.’, an online education platform that seeks to advance your creative thinking skills. Carrington enjoys educating learners of all ages on how to master subjects in the realm of creativity, technology, leadership, marketing, and innovation.
Tune in to learn why...2022-06-2825 minFueling Creativity in EducationThe Challenge of Educating the Future Creative with Frances ValintineIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Frances Valintine, Founder and CEO of The Mind Lab and Tech Futures Lab, two organizations providing learning pathways for educators and professionals to participate in and have a sustainable impact on our tech-driven future. Everything Frances does revolves around supporting people, business, and organizations to understand the impact of emerging technologies and the cultural adaptation required to embrace change and build that impact. So, how is that connected to creativity in education?
Tune in to gain i...2022-06-2132 minFueling Creativity in EducationBONUS: Parenting for Creativity with Matthew WorwoodThe month of June celebrates Father's Day, and this prompted Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood to produce a special episode on parenting for Creativity. In a slightly different format, Cyndi interviews Matthew about his parenting blog, Dads for Creativity, and discusses the need to monitor parental bias when celebrating Creativity in the home environment.
"We have to be mindful of how our biases, and our backgrounds, and what we're into, and what we know, is going to influence our children's creative behaviors and what the pursue in the early years." - Matthew Worwood
Res...2022-06-1613 minFueling Creativity in EducationDiscussing the Future of Creativity Research with Mark RuncoIn part two of this “double expresso” discussion, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue speaking with creativity researcher, thought leader, and cognitive psychologist, Dr. Mark Runco, about the future of creativity research and his upcoming creativity conference.
Tune in to gain insight into the current creativity in education research and where Mark thinks this research is headed in the future. He also speaks on the misuses of divergent thinking tests, particularly in neuroscientific research, as well as how educators can promote creativity and originality in the classroom, even when they’re following a curricu...2022-06-1417 minFueling Creativity in EducationEducating for Creative Potential with Mark RuncoTo kick off Season Four of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with world-renowned creativity researcher, thought leader, and cognitive psychologist, Dr. Mark Runco. In part one of this knowledge-packed “double expresso” discussion, Mark talks about the meaning of creative potential and divergent thinking as well as why creative potential is the REAL target of education.
“Creative potential is very frequently overlooked and that’s in part because it is so hard to see.” – Dr. Mark Runco
Listen in to learn about the best indicators...2022-06-1425 minFueling Creativity in EducationCREATIVITY TIP: OriginalityIn this short Creativity Tip episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer advice on how to promote originality in the classroom. Matthew focuses his response on project-based learning at the higher education level. Cyndi offers advice for K-12 educators and how to facilitate originality in a test-driven culture.
Interested in more tips to help bring creativity into the classroom? Check out Cyndi's Books, Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of Your Curriculum, and 20 Lessons to Weave Creativity into Your Classroom.
Episodes related to Asking Questions:
Listen to the epis...2022-05-2405 minFueling Creativity in EducationCREATIVITY TIP: Asking QuestionsIn this short Creativity Tip episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer advice on how to facilitate asking questions in the classroom. Matthew and Cyndi highlight the importance of prioritizing sufficient time for questions and planning for incubation.
Interested in more tips to help bring creativity into the classroom? Check out Cyndi's Books, Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of Your Curriculum, and 20 Lessons to Weave Creativity into Your Classroom.
Episodes related to Asking Questions:
Listen to the episode with Frank LaBanca
Listen to the episode with...2022-05-1805 minFueling Creativity in EducationCREATIVITY TIP: AmbiguityIn this short Creativity Tip episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood offer advice on integrating the teaching of ambiguity in the classroom. Rather than focusing exclusively on ill-defined problems, Cyndi and Matthew highlight the connection to socio-emotional learning and why it's necessary to help students understand how they feel when presented with an ambiguous challenge or situation in the classroom environment.
Interested in more tips to help bring creativity into the classroom? Check out Cyndi's Books, Weaving Creativity into Every Strand of Your Curriculum, and 20 Lessons to Weave Creativity into Your Classroom.
...2022-05-1005 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Discussing Innovation v Creativity v EntrepreneurshipWhat were the biggest lessons learned during the last five episodes in Season Three of the Fueling Creativity podcast? In this final debrief, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down and reflect on episodes that discussed the relationship between Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, breaking with habit-bound thinking, developing a sense of awe in students, and Inward and Outward Creativity.
Listen in as Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights.
Major Takeaways from Season Two, Episodes 6-10:
Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship. What's the connection? Do different groups have...2022-05-0318 minFueling Creativity in EducationDeploying Artful Leadership in Teaching and Learning with Rachelle ArcherWhat is Artful Leadership, and how might it help facilitate creativity in teaching and learning? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Rachelle Archer, an arts-based consultant & founder of Artful Leadership. The episode shares Rachelle's 25 + years of experience working at the intersection of arts, education, and healing, primarily with unhoused and systems-affected youth. Discussions include how artful leadership can help students reflect and connect as they interact and engage with others around them.
“Learning happens when we feel safe and when we feel connected to oth...2022-04-2628 minFueling Creativity in EducationCreativity and a Global Perspective of World Problems with Monica KangHow does one approach creativity within a global context? How can the creative process help us and the future generations solve global problems, like climate change? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Monica Kang, Founder & CEO of InnovatorsBox, Author of Rethink Creativity & Have You Seen My Friends?, and Podcast Host of Dear Workplace and Curious Monica. She’s a creative educator who’s transforming today’s workforce with the mission to build a workplace for all by rethinking creativity.
Listen in to learn how she reig...2022-04-1931 minFueling Creativity in EducationSpecial Episode: Celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Week 2022What are you doing for this year's World Creativity and Innovation Week? In this special episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood provide small tips to help celebrate creativity in your life, your classroom, and in your family.
Past Episodes Mentioned:
Listen to the episode with Wendy Ross
Listen to the episode with Natalie Nixon
Listen to the episode with Jim Friedman
Resources for World Creativity and Innovation Week
World Creativity and Innovation Day Website
Our podcast interview with...2022-04-1216 minFueling Creativity in EducationInclusive Maker Spaces with Caroline HaebigWhat is a makerspace and how can makerspaces change the landscape of education? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Caroline Haebig, author of The Maker Playbook: A Guide to Creating Inclusive Learning Environments. Caroline sheds light on today’s makerspace movement and the benefits of high-impact, inclusive maker learning culture inside schools and school systems.
Listen in to learn how educators from different fields can use a makerspace to foster innovative design thinking and creativity, the importance of integrating design ethics into the prototype des...2022-04-0532 minFueling Creativity in EducationCelebrating One Year of Fueling Creativity! Four Key ThemesFor this very special, one-year anniversary episode of the Fueling Creativity Podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood have gone through all 28 interview transcriptions from the Fueling Creativity episodes and identified four powerful themes that have emerged from these discussions. They originally presented these themes at the Creativity Expert Exchange at SUNY Buffalo State.
Today, you get to listen in on this informative and powerful presentation! Or, you can read the transcript here.
If you’d like to book Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood to deliver this presentation as an interactive workshop to...2022-03-2923 minFueling Creativity in EducationIntegrating Creative Thinking in the Classroom with Dr. Eitan BuchalterWhat would it be like if creativity was a core pillar of your school system’s education? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Eitan Buchalter, Creativity Researcher and Practitioner.
Most recently, Eitan has designed and tested a school-based learning initiative that empowers students to look after and develop their creative thinking capabilities. He shares details on this unique initiative as well as his approach to developing a creativity program in school within the constraints of a curriculum or classroom environment.
Lis...2022-03-2230 minFueling Creativity in EducationDiscussing Neuroscience and Creativity with Dr. Anna Abraham- Part TwoIn this episode of the Fueling Creativity Podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Anna Abraham, an E. Paul Torrance Professor in UGA’s Department of Educational Psychology and Director of the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development at UGA’s Mary Frances Early College of Education.
In part two of this two-part interview, you’ll gain insight into the work of E. Paul Torrance, the father of creativity and education, along with the work that Anna is now doing within the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development. She shares h...2022-03-1516 minFueling Creativity in EducationDiscussing Neuroscience and Creativity with Dr. Anna Abraham- Part OneIs there a difference between an imaginative mind and a creative mind? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity Podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Anna Abraham, an E. Paul Torrance Professor and Director of the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development at UGA’s Mary Frances Early College of Education. Anna investigates the psychological and neurophysiological mechanisms underlying creativity and other aspects of the human imagination.
In part one of this two-part interview, you’ll gain insight into the similarities and differences between a creative mind and an imagi...2022-03-1524 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: The Reluctant Creative, Multicultural Creativity, and Integrating Design EthicsWhat were the biggest lessons learned during the first five episodes in Season Three of the Fueling Creativity podcast? In this Bridging the Gap episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down and reflect on episodes that discussed reluctant creativity, inquiry-based learning, multi-cultural creativity, and integrating design ethics into the K-12 classroom.
Listen in as Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights.
Major Takeaways from Season Three, Episodes 1-5:
Creative competency. Seeing creative thinking as a competency is more powerful and, most importantly, addresses its appli...2022-03-0814 minFueling Creativity in EducationReverting back to a Novice Learner with Bea LeidermanFueling Creativity S3 Ep 6 with Bea Leiderman
What are the benefits of being a novice learner? How does having a personal passion or interest benefit your work as an educator?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Bea Leiderman, an educational technology coach based in Virginia with over 20 years of experience in education.
In 2012, macrophotography became Bea’s gateway to learning about science, biology, and the natural environment. As a novice learner, Bea had the opportunity to consider learning from a new p...2022-03-0130 minFueling Creativity in EducationIntegrating Inquiry-Based Learning with Dr. Frank LaBancaWhy is inquiry-based learning such a powerful part of modern education? In this episode of Fueling Creativity, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Frank LaBanca, a teacher, educational researcher, and change agent based in Connecticut. Frank is one of the few public-school principals, nationally, that teaches students in his own classroom. Tune in to learn his approach to inquiry-based learning, a significant part of his strategic planning in founding the Westside Middle School Academy Magnet.
Frank shares why he prioritizes inquiry-based learning in the classroom over other approaches to education as we...2022-02-2230 minFueling Creativity in EducationHow Culture Influences Student Creativity with Genein LetfordHow does culture impact a person’s ability to learn and be creative?
In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak withGenein Letford, Founder and CEO of CAFFEE Strategies, a top 'intercultural creative thinking' professional development training organization that trains employees to unleash their innovative thinking and create sustainable, organizational inclusion strategies. Tune in to learn the fundamentals of cultural competence and Intercultural Creativity™ along with neuroscience-backed tips for teachers on helping kids grow their cultural competency.
As a trainer on creative thinking and In...2022-02-1540 minFueling Creativity in EducationMulti-Passionate and Reluctant Creatives with Caroline BrookfieldHow might we help ourselves and others be more willing to express our creativity? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Caroline Brookfield, a veterinarian, researcher, and stand-up comedian who delights in using humor and immersive experiences, backed up with research, to sway the most reluctant creative. Today, the dynamic trio delves into Caroline’s experience melding the worlds of veterinary medicine, comedy, and creativity. They also talk about the relationship between multi-passionate creatives and reluctant creatives.
For some of us, there is a des...2022-02-0828 minFueling Creativity in EducationDiscussing Beauty Over Functionality and Malevolent Creativity with David CropleyHow can teachers prepare students for the innovative future of work? In this episode of Fueling Creativity, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with world-renowned author and Professor of Engineering Innovation, Dr. David Cropley, about the psychology and ethics of creativity and innovation in the context of technology, engineering, and design. Listen in to learn how educators can prepare students to be better equipped to work with machine learning and AI in creative and problem-solving environments.
“The big issue with creativity right now revolves around the future of work and the growing role of...2022-02-0133 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Serendipity, Excellence Gaps, and the role of Wonder.What were the biggest lessons learned during the last five episodes in Season Two of the Fueling Creativity podcast? In this final debrief, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down and reflect on episodes that discussed Serendipity, Student Engagement, Excellence Gaps, and Wonder.
Listen in as Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights.
Major Takeaways from Season Two, Episodes 6-10:
Check for parent bias. We can't always control where our children might excel. We also can't direct the career paths where they express interest. However, we ca...2021-12-2719 minFueling Creativity in EducationDiscussing Excellence Gaps and Creativity with Dr. Jonathan Plucker - Part 2It’s easy to have a negative view of testing, but testing does have value in terms of content knowledge acquisition. In part two of this two-part interview, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with researcher and creativity expert, Dr. Jonathan Plucker, about the relationship between gifted education and creativity. Jonathan also speaks on why he believes every school should have a Chief Creativity Officer and what that would look like.
Tune in to learn Jonathan’s approach to testing students, assessing for gifted education programs, and how to identify students who are talen...2021-12-1729 minFueling Creativity in EducationExploring levels of student engagement with Dr. Heather LyonHow is creativity connected to engagement in an educational environment? In this episode of Fueling Creativity, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Heather Lyon, author of Engagement is not a Unicorn (It’s a Narwhal) and The BIG Book of Engagement Strategies.
Listen in to learn Heather’s unique formula for engagement, the differences between student engagement and adult engagement, and engagement impacts our ability to be successful learners. She details her 4 Levels of Engagement and what causes someone to shift from one level to another, as well as the manifestations of ea...2021-12-1027 minFueling Creativity in EducationLearning to think like a Designer with Toy Coach Azhelle WadeHow can toys help develop a child’s imagination and foster design thinking? Can apps and videogames promote creativity? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Azhelle Wade, a toy designer and Founder of The Toy Coach. Through her online Toy Creators Academy course, Azhelle uses her industry knowledge to teach aspiring toy inventors and entrepreneurs how to develop, pitch, and sell their toy ideas.
Tune in to hear Azhelle’s thoughts on why toy design and design thinking should be in school curriculums, her process for teac...2021-12-0329 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Creativity Tips and Gifts for the HolidaysHow do you support your children's creativity, and make meaning and connections this holiday season? What gifts should you get your children this year that will help nurture their creativity? We have some ideas! In this special holiday episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood share activities and traditions to promote creative thinking as a family during the holidays. Plus, they share lots of affordable gift ideas that promote creative thinking in children of all ages.
“It’s not about the gifts, it’s about those memories that we want to...2021-11-2624 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: Lessons Learned from Season Two (Part 1)What were the biggest lessons learned so far in Season Two of the Fueling Creativity podcast? In this episode, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down and have a debrief to reflect on the first 5 episodes of Season Two, highlighting the key takeaways and major lessons these conversations have taught them about creativity and education.
Listen in as Cyndi and Matthew break down the following insights.
Major Takeaways from Season Two, Episodes 1-5:
Heightening anticipation for students increases engagement and excitement about learning any content. Learn mor...2021-11-0525 minFueling Creativity in EducationMaking a commitment to Professional Learning with Leon TynesIn this episode of Fueling Creativity, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood interview AP Computer Science educator, Leon Tynes, about how flipped classrooms have given him time and space to facilitate more meaningful experiences in the classroom. Plus, he speaks on how he prioritizes his own personal growth and development as an educator.
Leon details his approach to navigating changes in technology throughout the school year, as well as his approach to flipped classrooms, offering tips for teachers on having a successful flipped classroom experience.
He also sheds light on the power of being v...2021-10-1630 minFueling Creativity in EducationBridging the Gap: 3 Big Lessons Learned from Season 1In this first-ever debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood review their experience producing the first season and recap the various topics that emerged in their interviews with creativity scholars and academic researchers. Specifically, they discuss the concept of teachers as designers, which is something closely related to Matthew's work in education, the impact of AI on creativity, and contextual factors that impact creativity in education. Cyndi also discusses some of her work developing creativity thinking skills with students.
Eager to bring more creativity into your ho...2021-09-0327 minFueling Creativity in EducationTeachers as Designers: A conversation with IBM designer, KC LathropHow do you go from teaching to designing? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with creator, educator, and designer, KC Lathrop. As a former teacher turned designer, KC works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything they want, and follow all creative desires.
Tune in to learn about her transition from educator to full-time designer at IBM, the similarities between teaching and design professions, and how her administrative role allows her to be creative in new ways. She...2021-04-1620 minFueling Creativity in EducationSEASON 1: Introducing The Fueling Creativity PodcastWelcome to the Fueling Creativity Podcast! In this debut episode, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood share their mission and goals for the podcast. They shed light on their professional backgrounds and why they value the integration of creativity in education and at home, especially during the pandemic.
“We’ll be talking about creativity topics and how they apply to the field of education. We’ll be speaking with scholars, educators, and resident experts about their work, challenges they face, and digging deeper to new and varying perspectives of creativity – all with the goal to h...2021-03-2505 min