By David Evans (freelance writer covering topics on interactive games, activities, and entertainment) Since their introduction in the US in 2010, escape rooms have exploded in popularity. It’s no wonder people love them. They’re a great bonding experience for families and coworkers alike, and can turn your imagination to reality like no other. After all, […]
Category: Imaginative Education (IE): Activities & Insights
These posts are all about Imaginative Education (Dr. Kieran Egan’s imagination-focused approach to teaching.) Learn about the imagination’s role in learning and how to engage it in teaching!
The Heroic Classroom – The Return
By Christa Smith (formally Rawlings) (MEd in IE; Grade 6/7 Teacher, Learning in Depth Teacher) Welcome back to The Heroic Classroom series! Over the course of the school year I have been on the hunt for two things: 1. Reflections on my lessons and how various Heroic Qualities present themselves. 2. Observations of how/if students recognize Cognitive Tools in action […]
Charting the Seas of Core Competencies: an Imaginative Education (IE) Exploration
By Katie Grigg (MEd in imaginative Education, deep diving and exploring the beautiful ocean of teaching on a daily basis!) Get ready for the voyage of your life! The core competency ship is taking off right now – hop aboard if you want to know more! The inspiration for my action research project stemmed […]