VAEI creativity Archives

12 Jun 2019

Kindness Goes a Long Way

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Tags21st century skills, authenticity, classroom culture, connection, creativity, critical thinking, Empathy, professional development, Ryan Duncan, student engagement, Terra Tarango, VAEI

It all began when my car gave a slight shudder as I drove down the interstate one cold, dark evening. Now, in...

5 Jun 2019

Not All Who Wander Are Lost

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Tagsauthenticity, classroom culture, connection, creativity, critical thinking, culture and climate, curiosity, Empathy, inquiry, inspiration, Ryan Duncan, Terra Tarango, VAEI

There’s a bit of wisdom in J.R.R Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring which the hobbit Bilbo shares with his companions, “Not...

8 May 2019

Let’s Talk! Practical Strategies for Student Collaboration

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Tagsclassroom culture, classroom management, connection, creativity, instruction, lesson planning, Ryan Duncan, strategies, student engagement, Terra Tarango, VAEI

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Many hands make light work.” It’s a reminder that even the most daunting tasks can be...

24 Apr 2019

More Wonder, Less Fear! Boost Student Curiosity and Risk-Taking in Your Classroom!

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Tagsclassroom culture, connection, creativity, critical thinking, inspiration, instruction, perseverance, Ryan Duncan, strategies, student choice, student engagement, Terra Tarango, VAEI

If you’ve ever watched The Magic School Bus, you’re probably familiar with Miss Frizzle’s favorite mantra, “Take Chances.” “Make Mistakes.” “Get Messy!”...

17 Apr 2019

Bringing the Field to the Classroom with Becky Schnekser

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Tagsclassroom management, connection, creativity, critical thinking, curiosity, inspiration, instruction, perseverance, Ryan Duncan, strategies, student choice, student engagement, VAEI

The mission of the Van Andel Education Institute is to bring hands-on, comprehensive learning to classrooms across the country, while also empowering...