There is a new challenge from Adobe Edu that you should check out. Watch this video from Claudio and see what you need to do.
📣New Creative Challenge Alert! 📣
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Make it a game for your students with the all-new “Guess my Favorite Book” challenge!
Enter to win cool prizes for your class.
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Here is my example I completed today. I will be doing this with my 6th graders in my design class.
One of the things that teachers are often asked to do is come up with exit ticket ideas so the teacher has a better understanding of what students know. I think one sentence responses to questions do not really showcase whether a students knows something or not. Giving students time in class to actually create something that demonstrates what they have learned based on what was covered is more valuable. We use Seesaw in our Middle School and having students post their exit tickets there makes the most sense. For teachers who do not have access to that, other LMSs will work as well. If it comes down to it, the students can just how the teacher the completed exit ticket. Creating using Adobe Express is one of the easiest ways to have students generate exit tickets far beyond the scrap paper responses. Here are some examples across different classes.
1. ELA: One-Sentence Summary
In an English Language Arts class, 6th graders can use Adobe Express to create a one-sentence summary of the day's reading. They can choose a background and text style that reflects the theme of the story or article they read, encouraging them to think critically about the essence of the text.
Example: After reading a chapter of "Charlotte's Web" in class, student Mia uses Adobe Express to create a one-sentence summary. She chooses a background with a barn and spider web and writes, "Wilbur the pig forms a unique friendship with a clever spider named Charlotte." This captures the central theme of the chapter and shows Mia's understanding of the story's main elements.
2. Social Studies: Today's Top Lesson Takeaway
For a 7th-grade social studies class, students can use Adobe Express to design a 'Top Takeaway' poster. This could involve summarizing the most important fact or concept they learned about a historical event or figure discussed that day.
Example: In a lesson about Ancient Egypt, student Alex designs a 'Top Takeaway' poster on Adobe Express. He summarizes, "The Nile River was crucial to Ancient Egyptian civilization for agriculture and trade." Alex chooses imagery like pyramids and the Nile River to visually support his summary.
3. Science: Concept Visualization
In an 8th-grade science class, students can demonstrate their understanding of a scientific concept (like the water cycle or photosynthesis) by creating a simple visual representation using Adobe Express. This encourages them to distill complex ideas into basic, understandable components.
Example: Learning about ecosystems, student Sara creates a simple diagram on Adobe Express to illustrate a food chain in a forest ecosystem. She uses icons of a sun, plants, a rabbit, and a fox, and arranges them to show the energy flow. This demonstrates her understanding of how energy moves through an ecosystem.
4. Math: Real-World Application Example
After a math lesson, 6th graders can use Adobe Express to depict a real-world application of the concept they learned, like fractions or algebra. They can create a visual example, such as dividing a pizza into fractions or calculating change while shopping.
Example: After a class on fractions, student Jake uses Adobe Express to depict how fractions are used in slicing pizza. He creates an image showing a a pizza with one slice partially removed. He notes that this would be 1/8 of the pizza. Another example of what the fraction would look like if 3 slices were taken.
Adobe Express provides a quick, creative, and effective way for middle school students to demonstrate their understanding through exit tickets. These activities not only assess comprehension but also encourage students to engage with the material in a meaningful way. By incorporating such tools into everyday learning, educators can enhance the classroom experience and foster a deeper connection with the subject matter. Let's embrace the power of technology to make learning more dynamic and assessments more insightful.
Hugs and High Fives!
One of the things that I have been excited about is the fact that you can bring so many things to life using Adobe Express. My design students have been having a blast using Animate from Audio and the Animation feature on images to make them fade in, zoom out, bounce around, spin, etc. The options to create movement has really engaged those students who are not as excited with static image creation.
Another teacher in the middle school started a literary journal elective class this trimester and students will be in charge of putting together the submissions from the student body. I thought it would be a nice project for students to create visual representations of poems they love and submit it to The Shield. Here is a brief overview of the lesson.
1. Students will select 4 poems that are short enough to fit into the poster space available.
2. Students will create four posters. Two posters will be static images and two posters will be animated in some way. Audio can be added as well.
3. Students will submit all four posters to Seesaw.
4. Students will choose one of their static posters to be submitted to The Shield.
I thought this would be a nice assignment for students who wanted to express some creativity, but are not quite ready to showcase their own poetry. Here are two examples I created for the students.
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I wanted to share this quickly before I head out for the weekend. Adobe Express has introduced a DRAWING feature! Teachers and students have been asking for this for a very long time. The possibilities are endless and I can't wait to see what students and teachers create using tablets/touchscreens to draw. Adding drawing simply increases the creative abilities of students and teachers. It is very straightforward to use and will provide lots of different ideas. Here are a few quick screenshots I tool
I am super excited about this new feature and I hope everyone that loves Adobe Express takes a moment to try it out and share their thoughts.
Quick addition because I just saw this as I was about to post. You can translate into different languages. Entire documents! What?! Check this out!
Have you tried the all-new Translate features in Adobe Express?
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🔹 Open a project
🔹 Click Translate on the top menu bar
🔹 Choose a language(s)
🔹 Click Duplicate & Translate
🔹 Watch the magic happen
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These are a couple of amazing features that are going to increase the creativity across the board for even more students and teachers. Check it out and share with your teacher friends!
Hugs and High Fives,
NP
I just had to share this amazing video a student created for Innovation and Design class. The 6th grade class was tasked with building their teacher (me) a house based on his answers to their questions. The goal of the assignment was to emphasize the value of asking questions and understanding the problems people might be dealing with on a regular basis. Once the students created the house, they needed to create a presentation to showcase their work. Below is one example a student submitted. The student used Adobe Express and the Animate from Audio feature to give a guided tour of the space. Better yet, when they showed it off in class, other students asked for help with their presentation so they could use Animate with Audio as well.
Adobe Express is a great tool for teachers to use to building dynamic lessons and wonderful graphics, but it is even better in student hands. Giving the students the opportunity to work with tools that allow them to enhance their artifacts to demonstrate their understanding of concepts can lead to wonderful creations. The day after the project was submitted, I saw two students working on a project about Neanderthals on Adobe Express. Traditional slideshows are boring and tend to be an image with a monologue written next to it. Express allows students t=many different approaches to sharing their learning and that is why it is an important part of my class.
If you have any questions about Adobe Express, please reach out and I am happy to help.
Hugs and High Fives,
NP
The integration of technology in the classroom is not just about the latest gadgets and gizmos. It's about enhancing our lessons and making them come alive for our students. I'm always on the lookout for fresh, innovative ways to make this happen, and I've found a gem in Adobe Express's generative AI feature. If you haven't given it a shot yet, read on to find out why it could be the tech boost your classroom needs.
Why Adobe Express's Generative AI?
Adobe Express, renowned for its easy-to-use design capabilities, has now embraced the world of AI. This tool takes your basic inputs and transforms them into stunning visual content. And trust me, it's a lot simpler than it sounds. So how can we, as educators, leverage this? Let's dive into some examples.
1. Elementary School: Story Illustrations
Every teacher knows the magic that unfolds when young minds weave tales. Imagine supporting those narratives with AI-generated images. After your students draft their short stories, use Adobe Express to create unique illustrations. What is nice about this, is that students can see the power of the words they use to describe. Does the image not match what was in your head? Then consider adding more describing words to the story. Express allows for multiple iterations of a single prompt, so you can search for the one that best matches your vision or you can add more words to help get the image you have in your mind. I think that writing, for some students, can be too abstract. They have a hard time putting to words what they see in their mind. Express can help with that.
On the other side of this lesson, you could create weird images and have the students write a story about what is happening or just describe what they see. Helping students with the writing process can be tough. As an English teacher, teaching writing is one of the hardest things I have ever done and it took me years before I felt confident that I was doing an adequate job. Express can help teachers and students with their writing in a fun and engaging way.
2. Middle School: Science Posters
Middle schoolers are at an age where they're delving deep into scientific concepts. Creating engaging lessons with interesting graphics can take lots of time and energy. Not all teachers are create at creating their own custom graphics or finding the best images to fit their needs. Express is awesome because you can create the image you need for the specific slide you have created. Below is an image of a desert biome that has different types of cacti. With a properly worded prompt, I was able to create the exact image I needed. Working with students, teachers could create other images of biomes based on what students learned in the their lessons or in their own personal research.
3. High School: Visualizing Geometry
Mathematics is all around us, and geometry is the art of seeing shapes and patterns in our world. Adobe Express’s Generative AI can elevate this experience for high school students. When diving into lessons about different geometric shapes or complex patterns, teachers can input terms into the platform and share those with the students to see if they can identify the shapes.
For instance, just by typing in "hexagon" into the prompt, this awesome image was generated. Being able to quickly create all of the images you need to share with students will be a huge time saver. Asking students to explore these images in nature could take them on a journey where they start to see geometry everywhere they turn. Instead of wasting hours looking for the perfect image on the internet, the teacher can now create the image they want with a few descriptive words.
Ready to Dive In?
Adobe Express's Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize your classroom activities. It not only brings lessons to life but also encourages students to think creatively and visually. As always, it's about blending our teaching methods with tools that amplify the learning experience. It is important to note that the AI feature is not currently available through student Adobe accounts. This will change in the future, so keep an eye out!
Hugs and High Fives,
NP
We are rolling out Adobe Express for our students and teachers this year and I wanted to create a video that would walk new users through accessing Express and going through some basic uses to help everyone get started. When I was done, I thought I'd share it here for everyone!
I look forward to using Express with my students this year in many different ways. For my Digital Design Class, students will be using Express to create media to highlight a cause that is important to them. With the ability to create a website, I will be able to host all of their work and share with the community. I am also looking forward to using Express to help create a student's portfolio so they can organize their great work in one place and share as needed.
On another front, I talked to our Spanish teacher about Animate from Audio and she was excited about the possibilities in her class. She said that there are students that hate being on camera for their spoken language recordings and this might be the perfect solution for that problem.
There are so many great ways to use Adobe Express and I can't wait to see how the new and improved Adobe Express works with students this year.
Hugs and High Fives,
Nick
Elementary teachers are looking for fun and creative ways to engage in storytelling and I'm here with a few examples that can help you use Adobe Express for exciting interactive storytelling lessons.
Interactive storytelling is a powerful technique that engages young minds, fosters creativity, and cultivates a love for language arts. With Adobe Express, elementary teachers can unlock a universe of possibilities to enhance students' storytelling skills. Let's dive into some captivating techniques that will have your students begging for more!
Digital Storybooks That Jump Off the Page
With Adobe Express, creating digital storybooks becomes an adventure in itself. Students can bring their stories to life by incorporating captivating visuals, sound effects, and animations. Imagine the delight in their eyes as their characters pop off the page and their narratives come alive! When students can own the process of creating a story, the will invent the time and energy of learning the process and getting the most out of it.
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Encourage students to illustrate their storybooks using Adobe Express's templates or import images to enhance their storytelling. They can also experiment with animations to create movement and build suspense. With the ability to add audio recordings, students can narrate their tales or provide character voices, taking their storytelling to a whole new level.
Animate and Explore Imaginary Worlds
Elementary students have the incredible ability to dream up the most fantastical worlds and characters. With Adobe Express, their imaginations can soar as they animate their stories and explore the depths of their creative minds. As a starter project, students could start by creating the world from a story already in read in class and that can be used as jumping off point for their own fantastical world creation.
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Encourage students to create animated stories using Adobe Express's animation features. They can bring their characters to life with simple movements or create complex scenes with multiple characters. As they design their animations, students will develop a deeper understanding of narrative structure and pacing, honing their storytelling skills along the way.
Let Voices Be Heard: Audio Recordings for Emotive Storytelling
Every good story deserves a captivating voice, and Adobe Express provides the platform for students to share their narratives with the world. By incorporating audio recordings, students can infuse their stories with emotion, drama, and personality. A classroom full of students narrating their stories sounds like a nightmare, but it tends to be filled with laughter as they listen back or giggle at their mistakes.
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Encourage students to use Adobe Express to record their voices as they narrate their stories. They can experiment with different tones, accents, and character voices, truly immersing the audience in their tales. The ability to add sound effects and background music further enhances the storytelling experience, creating a symphony of creativity and imagination.
Narrating a story is also a wonderful way to practice speaking and reading aloud. Students who are nervous to read aloud in class might feel more comfortable reading and recording their narration and the sharing it the class. For students with high anxiety, recording in private and sharing later is a great way to slowly gain their confidence.
Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Digital Stories
With Adobe Express, elementary teachers can guide students on a thrilling journey of choose-your-own-adventure storytelling. Students can create interactive digital stories where readers make decisions that impact the plot and outcome.
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This might seem very complex, but it is a great way to help students break down the elements of story and how you can build suspense through writing. The writing process stays the same, they are just given some tools to take the presentation to the next level.
Encourage students to design branching storylines using Adobe Express's interactive features. They can create hyperlinks that lead readers to different pages or scenes based on their choices. This immersive storytelling experience allows students to develop critical thinking skills while engaging readers in an exciting narrative filled with twists and turns. If you add narration elements as well, students can do voices of different characters and have a blast doing all of the silly voices they want. It is a fun way to layer technology over a traditional storytelling lesson.
Interactive storytelling is a fun way to engage elementary aged students in the reading and writing process. Giving students options to engage with texts they are reading or writing in ways outside the traditional instructional model is how we can help those students that struggle in our classes. Take some time to explore these ideas and how they will fit best in your classroom. I think you will find yourself watching some of the best storytelling in years.
Hugs and high fives!
Nicholas Provenzano
As we gear up for another exciting school year, it's time to dive headfirst into new strategies and tools that will make our classrooms even more epic. Today, I want to talk about something that will not only showcase your students' work, but also take their creativity to new heights. Enter Adobe Express, the secret weapon for digital portfolios and presentations that will leave you and your students in awe!
Before rolling this out with your students, it is important to check out for yourself. It is free for everyone and uses single sign in with Google as well. You might already have access if your school has an Adobe account. Talk to your IT team to see if they can get you set up. Here three quick lessons across the grades and content areas that can change up your classroom.
Slideshows that Wow, Grades 3-5
Imagine your students beaming with pride as they showcase their hard work using engaging slideshows. With Adobe Express, creating stunning presentations becomes a breeze. Its intuitive interface and powerful features allow even our youngest learners to craft eye-catching slideshows that are bound to impress.
Encourage students to explore the different themes and layouts available in Adobe Express. From colorful and playful to sleek and professional, there's something to match every project and personality. The photo grid feature lets them beautifully arrange and showcase their work, while text overlays provide the perfect opportunity for self-reflection and project summaries.
Students could even explore the website design feature and create own year long portfolio that showcases their work. Being able to take images, create posters, and store them in a digital space that can be shared with family is a wonderful tool to have access to in the classroom.
Data-driven Insights, Grades 6-8
Middle school is a prime time for students to explore the power of data analysis and visualization. With Adobe Express, students can transform dry data sets into engaging presentations that bring numbers to life.
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Encourage students to use Adobe Express to create interactive infographics and visualizations. They can import data from various sources, such as surveys or experiments, and use the software's tools to create charts, graphs, and custom data representations. Encourage them to think critically about the story behind the numbers and present their insights in an informative and visually compelling way.
I think it is always important to try and present traditional content in different ways. There are many neurodivergent students that do not "see" data the same way as their peers. Use multimedia to help showcase their understanding of math concepts is a great way to differentiate for the classroom.
Showcasing Mastery in High School, Grades 9-12
In high school, it's all about showcasing mastery and preparing for the next chapter. Digital portfolios become an essential tool for students to present their accomplishments and aspirations to colleges, potential employers, and even themselves.
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With Adobe Express, students can create professional-looking portfolios that truly stand out. The software's advanced features, such as customizable slideshows, animated transitions, and embedded multimedia elements, allow students to craft impactful presentations that demonstrate their skills and achievements effectively. Whether they're showcasing their STEM projects, literary analyses, or entrepreneurial ventures, Adobe Express offers the tools they need to make a lasting impression.
Over the course of a single semester, it would be wonderful for students to be able to share the story of their growth through visual media. Being able to tell the story of their learning is something that I think students need more experience doing. The narrative is key in showcasing what they know, who they were, and who they have become on their learning journey.
Remember, trying something new might seem daunting at first, but the rewards are well worth it. Embrace the power of Adobe Express, and watch your students' work come alive in ways you never thought possible. Get ready for a year full of creativity, growth, and jaw-dropping presentations that will make your classroom the talk of the school!
Hugs and high fives,
NP
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I've been spending a lot of time tinkering around with Adobe Express recently, and let me tell you, it’s a phenomenal resource for us educators! If you haven't heard of Adobe Express, or maybe you just haven't found a way to incorporate it into your classroom yet, sit tight because I have some fantastic ideas for you.
First things first, what’s Adobe Express? It's a super user-friendly online tool from Adobe that helps you create stunning graphics, webpages, and videos. The best part is, you don’t have to be a tech wizard to use it. And yes, it's perfect for the Math and Science class. Let’s dive in!
The Marvels of Math with Adobe Express
Lesson 1: The "Graphical" Tale
Math can be a bit daunting for some students. Why not take those intimidating equations and turn them into a graphical story? In this activity, have your students use Adobe Express to create a story with graphics representing mathematical concepts. For instance, a tale of two numbers 'dividing' their possessions (think pizza slices or cookies) can be a creative way of understanding division.
Remember, it's okay to be a bit silly with the storyline! We're trying to create a safe space where learning is fun. Here is a fun example of Pi sharing Pie.
Lesson 2: Mathematical Masterpieces
Let's face it, shapes are everywhere. From the soccer field to the kitchen table, we are surrounded by geometry. This activity involves students capturing images of different geometrical shapes in real life, then annotating them with Adobe Express. They can create a collage or a slideshow of the shapes and even write a description about where they found them.
The Splendors of Science with Adobe Express
Lesson 1: The Eco-system Storyboard
Science is all about exploration and understanding the world around us. This project is all about ecosystems. Assign different ecosystems to students or groups and ask them to create a storyboard on Adobe Express detailing the various components of their assigned ecosystem, like flora, fauna, climate, etc.
The catch here is they have to present it as a story. It could be from the perspective of an animal, a plant, or even a droplet of water!
Lesson 2: The Element’s Journey
In this activity, your students get to pick an element from the periodic table and detail its journey. Where is it found? How is it used in everyday life? What reactions can it undergo? They can illustrate these using Adobe Express's visual tools. This helps in understanding the practical application of elements.
For instance, Carbon's journey could start from being a part of a plant to becoming a diamond ring! The possibilities are endless. Here is an example of the first page of the project.
So, there you have it folks, four ideas to get your creative juices flowing and your students exploring Math and Science in a new, fun, and interactive way. Remember, Adobe Express is a tool, and like all tools, it's not about what it is, it's about what you do with it.
Can't wait to hear about all the awesome projects you'll be creating!
Today, we're excited to introduce you to Adobe Express, a powerful yet user-friendly tool for creating eye-catching visuals, perfect for social media, websites, or presentations. With an easy-to-use interface and an extensive range of features, Adobe Express is perfect for both beginners and experts alike. In this post, we'll walk you through one of its most popular features - creating custom graphics. Let's dive in!
Step 1: Open Adobe Express and Select a Template
To get started, head over to the Adobe Express website (https://www.adobe.com/express/) and sign up for a free account. Once you're logged in, you'll find a wide array of templates to choose from. These templates are organized by theme and purpose, making it easy to find the perfect starting point for your design. Select a template that best fits your needs and click on it to open the editor.
Step 2: Customize the Text
One of the first things you'll notice in the editor is the pre-existing text, which you can easily customize to suit your needs. Simply click on the text box and start typing your own content. To change the font, size, color, or alignment, use the options provided in the toolbar above the text box. Feel free to experiment with different styles until you achieve the desired look.
Step 3: Add Images and Icons
To make your design truly unique, you can add images and icons from Adobe Express's extensive library. Click on the "Add" button in the left-hand toolbar and select "Photo" or "Icon" to search for the perfect addition to your design. Once you've found the right image or icon, click on it to add it to your graphic. You can then resize, rotate, or reposition it as needed.
Step 4: Customize the Background
Adobe Express allows you to customize the background of your design with colors, gradients, or even images. Click on the "Background" option in the left-hand toolbar and choose between "Color," "Gradient," or "Photo." You can select a color from the palette, create a custom gradient, or search for a background image that suits your design.
Step 5: Save and Share Your Creation
Once you're satisfied with your design, it's time to save and share it. Click the "Share" button in the upper-right corner of the screen and select the desired file format (JPG, PNG, or PDF). You can also choose to share your design directly to your favorite social media platforms or via a unique link.
And that's it! With just a few clicks, you've created a stunning custom graphic using Adobe Express. Whether you're designing social media posts, website banners, or presentation slides, this powerful tool makes it easy to create professional-looking visuals that leave a lasting impression. So, go ahead and unleash your creativity with Adobe Express!
Adobe Express is a powerful tool that provides a variety of creative options for students to explore in the classroom. From photo editing to social media content creation, Adobe Express offers a range of features that can help students bring their ideas to life. In this list, we will explore 5 quick ways to use Adobe Express in the classroom, including photo editing, digital storytelling, presentations, graphic design, and social media. With these tools, students can develop their creativity, enhance their visual communication skills, and create engaging content for a range of classroom projects and assignments.
1. Photo Editing: Adobe Express is a great tool for editing photos, which can be useful in classroom projects or assignments that involve working with images. Students can use Adobe Express to crop, adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation, apply filters, and add text to their photos.
2. Digital Storytelling: Adobe Express provides a range of creative tools that can help students tell their stories using visual elements. They can use the app to create collages, mood boards, and photo essays, as well as add text and graphics to their projects.
3. Presentations: Adobe Express can be used to create visually engaging presentations. Students can use the app to create slideshows and add text, images, and graphics to their presentations. They can also use the app's design tools to create custom templates and layouts.
4. Graphic Design: Adobe Express provides a range of graphic design tools that can be used in the classroom. Students can use the app to create posters, flyers, and other visual materials. They can use the app's design tools to create custom graphics, add text, and choose from a range of fonts and colors.
5. Social Media: Adobe Express is a great tool for creating social media content. Students can use the app to create graphics and visuals for their social media accounts, such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. They can use the app's design tools to create custom templates, add text, and choose from a range of filters and effects.
Adobe Express offers a wide range of creative options for students to explore and enhance their visual communication skills. By utilizing the various features discussed in this list, students can unlock their full potential as visual storytellers and content creators. With continued practice and experimentation, they can discover new and exciting ways to use Adobe Express to enhance their learning and personal development. Whether they're working on a class project or pursuing their own creative interests, Adobe Express can help students bring their ideas to life and communicate their message effectively.
This school year has been an important year for creativity for me and for my students. I really wanted to give them more ownership of the projects they would be creating. So far, I have seen some great examples of creative problem solving and increased engagement from my students. Here are just a few images of their work this year in the Makerspace.
1. Creativity supports the love of learning. It is so crucial that we get students to see learning as something that is valuable and to love doing it. You do that my letting learning look differently than the standard sit and get many classrooms have come to embrace. Sometimes students are going to need to sit and listen to information, but there are plenty of opportunities that should allow for students to explore and create. Those moments need to be embraced in the classroom because those are the memories that will be created that support a life-long love of learning.
2. Bringing creativity into the classroom support critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students that dive into creative exploits often find their original creative idea might not work as imagined. This forces them to problem solve. I saw this with the clock assignment in my Innovation and Design class. Many students had wild ideas on creating clocks and were forced to explore their designs and solve problems when their sketched design was having trouble coming to life. The more students are tasked with exploring problems and creating solutions, the better they will be moving forward. Critical thinking and problem solving are muscles that need to be worked out in all classes from time to time.
3. I have seen that creativity supports communication and collaboration. When it comes to creative projects, students have lots of ideas. When working in groups on creative projects, students will need to work on their communication skills as they explain their ideas and work on compromises. In the middle school, students are developing these important skills and creative projects are a great way to engage them to support these soft skills. Even if the students are not working on groups, having students work on creative projects gets them excited to share their work and get feedback. That back and forth over a project is also great for students as they learn to give and receive constructive feedback to support their peers.
4. Creativity is great for boosting the confidence of students. So many students feel like what they are good at is not important in school. Givings students a chance to shine in different ways in the classroom can help boost their self-esteem. Giving students a chance to write a song, build something in Minecraft. paint a picture, or some other creative outlet instead of a worksheet or essay could be a great way to see what students know while giving them a platform to showcase their creativity. Over the years I have had students tell me my encouragement of their art, writing, singing, and other creative talents helped them feel seen in class as more than student in a desk. Those are the moments that remind me that the work outside of the curriculum is so vital.
I could go on and on about the value of creativity in the classroom, but I will pause with these four reasons for now. If you are new to this idea, please do not be overwhelmed. Take it one step at a time with one lesson at a time. Bringing creativity into the classroom was something that took me time to get just right. You can do it at your pace and the students will forever be thankful for it.
Hugs and High Fives,
The Nerdy Teacher
Hey folks! I wanted to share a fun project that I have assigned my students that uses Adobe Creative Cloud Express and Seesaw. Students will use ACCE to create an ad for a fake podcast they will create. Below are the directions for the assignment.
For this activity, you can partner up if you'd like to create an ad and a sample of what your podcast would be about. Follow the steps below to complete the activity. Step 1: Decide whether or not you want a partner for this activity. Step 2: Brainstorm possible idea for a podcast topic that you think people would find interesting. Step 3: Come up with a script for a short clip of this podcast. It should be around 3-4 minutes in length. Step 4: Design an ad to promote the podcast using images that connect to your script. Step 5: Create the ad in Adobe Creative Cloud Express. (express.adobe.com) Step 6: Post the ad to Seesaw and record the podcast clip on the same page. Step 7. Post the script you wrote for the clip. Podcast Ad Requirement: Name of the podcast. Images that connect to the topic of the podcast. Names of the people hosting the podcast.
Here is a link to the assignment that has my example.
Can you teach innovation or creativity? I don’t think so. Teachers can create environments that support both, but, ultimately, I&C has to come from within the students. Thoughts?— Nicholas Provenzano (@thenerdyteacher) August 12, 2019
