Divergent vs. Convergent Thinking
In the creative process, what comes first: divergent thinking or convergent thinking? For the past 25 years, I have taught deliberate creativity to educators, students, and leaders. One principle has consistently anchored my work: creativity requires a dynamic balance between divergent thinking and convergent thinking. Divergent thinking is about generating multiple, varied, and original ideas. […]
What Is Your Walk-In Song? Using Music to Spark Creativity
What is your walk-in song? I recently facilitated a workshop called Make It Swing, Make It Ring, a session focused on bringing music and movement into creative learning spaces. As I prepared, I revisited Infusing Creative Thinking into Higher Education and rediscovered a wonderful idea from my colleague Erica Swiatek. At the beginning of the […]
What Does a Common Grackle Sound Like?
What does a common grackle sound like? Until recently, I had never asked that question. In fact, I had never consciously noticed a common grackle at all. Most days, my husband and I take our dog for a walk to get our steps in. We follow the same route with the same goal: move our […]
What Is Your Joy Jam? Why Joy Is Fuel for Creative Work
What Is Your Joy Jam? Why Joy Is Fuel for Creative Work I was recently talking with a colleague who sounded completely depleted. His spring break had not been a break at all. He had not stepped away from his computer since January, and the fatigue was evident in his voice. The pace had been […]
Why Creative Teaching is About Change in the System
Have 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 […]
Creative Teaching in STEM: A Curated Podcast Collection for Educators
The intersection of creativity in education and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is one of the most powerful pathways to inspire innovation, problem-solving, and student engagement
Unlocking Creativity in Gifted Education: A Curated Podcast Collection
As educators, parents, and researchers, we know that gifted learners often bring an extraordinary depth of curiosity, sensitivity, and complexity to their learning. But what happens when we pair giftedness with creativity? How do we nurture, support, and challenge these young minds to reach their full potential? Cyndi and Matt explore the dynamic intersection in […]
Are Your Students Evolving into Their Creative Potential?
A few years ago, my 12-year-old daughter hopped into the car after a long day at theatre camp. “How was your day?” I asked. “It was okay,” she replied, clearly unimpressed. “Just okay? Tell me more.” “I just don’t feel like I’m evolving.” I had to stifle a laugh—“evolving” felt like a big word for […]
Everyday Creativity with Ruth Richards
What is ‘everyday creativity,’ and how might it help us promote well-being in the classroom? Matthew Worwood and I just launched Season Nine of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, with a double expresso from a true legend in the field of creativity, Dr. Ruth Richards. Dr. Richards is an educational psychologist, board-certified psychiatrist, and […]
Infusing Creative Thinking into Higher Ed
It is finally here! We are thrilled to announce our latest book, Infusing Creative Thinking into Higher Education, written by Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. John Cabra and 33 educators from around the world! This book is based on twenty creative thinking skills and abilities and contains over 800 ideas to make learning more engaging […]
20 Lessons to Weave Creativity Book Launch!
Greetings to all creativity enthusiasts and educators! Today, we’re excited to share the wonderful experience of the book launch for “20 Lessons to Weave Creative Thinking into Your Curriculum” in Santiago, Chile, in August 2023. This event brought together educators, friends, and family to celebrate creativity and education. The event was led by Francisca Petrovich, […]
