Should we stop teaching creative subjects at secondary schools? - Classroom 2.02024-03-28T09:08:34Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/should-we-stop-teaching-creative-subjects-at-secondary-schools?x=1&id=649749%3ATopic%3A898348&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHi Andrea,
Thank you for your…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-19:649749:Comment:9048692013-01-19T14:25:41.859ZTracy brookeshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Tracybrookes35
Hi Andrea,<br />
Thank you for your comment. There will always be a place for creative subjects in this and the next generation and agree that they should be embraced in equal quantities.<br />
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Hi Andrea,<br />
Thank you for your comment. There will always be a place for creative subjects in this and the next generation and agree that they should be embraced in equal quantities.<br />
T x I love that last line Tracy "…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-15:649749:Comment:9034882013-01-15T19:22:33.288ZAndrea Thompsonhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AndreaThompson
<p>I love that last line Tracy "<span>from learning inspires passion, passion inspires creation, creation inspires further learning" that should be the mantra for every place of education.</span></p>
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<p><span>The creative subjects are a way of communicating so I do think they should be embraced as much as the more traditional subjects of communication are, such as English and foreign language. </span></p>
<p>I love that last line Tracy "<span>from learning inspires passion, passion inspires creation, creation inspires further learning" that should be the mantra for every place of education.</span></p>
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<p><span>The creative subjects are a way of communicating so I do think they should be embraced as much as the more traditional subjects of communication are, such as English and foreign language. </span></p> I agree Lucy!tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-15:649749:Comment:9031472013-01-15T16:27:18.368ZKeeley Knowleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KeeleyKnowles
<p>I agree Lucy!</p>
<p>I agree Lucy!</p> Of course we should teach it!…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-15:649749:Comment:9031372013-01-15T16:01:36.164ZTracy brookeshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Tracybrookes35
Of course we should teach it!! That's why there is a demand for it, we are all creative in many different ways, and as a nation do we not have some of the most iconic fashion houses, designers or artists in this country??<br />
For many learners being creative is their passion, it's a release, why should we quash a dream of someone's?<br />
Teaching is changing all the time as is the way we teach it, if our teachers were not creative, learners would not enjoy it, from learning inspires passion, passion…
Of course we should teach it!! That's why there is a demand for it, we are all creative in many different ways, and as a nation do we not have some of the most iconic fashion houses, designers or artists in this country??<br />
For many learners being creative is their passion, it's a release, why should we quash a dream of someone's?<br />
Teaching is changing all the time as is the way we teach it, if our teachers were not creative, learners would not enjoy it, from learning inspires passion, passion inspires creation, creation inspires further learning.... Teaching is creative. Teacher…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-15:649749:Comment:9031872013-01-15T09:26:54.462ZKeeley Knowleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KeeleyKnowles
<p>Teaching is creative. Teachers are creative. I am sure there must be so many professionals outraged by this. As for the revolution, I think about this a lot. I wish I knew the answer. But maybe a start would be for disgruntled professionals to talk to each other, unite and say NO. Collectively, they are in a position of power. However, this is difficult when 'the work ethic' and admirable sense of duty towards students and wider society is unavoidable but this really is important. We need…</p>
<p>Teaching is creative. Teachers are creative. I am sure there must be so many professionals outraged by this. As for the revolution, I think about this a lot. I wish I knew the answer. But maybe a start would be for disgruntled professionals to talk to each other, unite and say NO. Collectively, they are in a position of power. However, this is difficult when 'the work ethic' and admirable sense of duty towards students and wider society is unavoidable but this really is important. We need to act collectively. And talk to parents/carers. From experience when my sons were younger, it was heartbreaking to listen to mums at the school gate worrying sick because their child wouldn't sit still or wasn't up to speed with numeracy and literacy yet showed a real flare for art, dancing, and so on, and were great little conversationalists. Educational establishments, students and parents/carers uniting and saying no. Peacefully but resolutely, no. For as long as it takes. We need to reclaim the power. By draining individuals of their creativity 'they' are draining them of their spirit and therefore 'fight'. But I really don't know the answer; how I wish I did!</p> I agree it's up to all of us…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-12:649749:Comment:9023832013-01-12T16:38:53.632ZAndrea Thompsonhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AndreaThompson
I agree it's up to all of us to actively encourage creativity within education and following that through to the work place, developing and giving it the freedom it needs, not marginalising and devaluing its worth. When we have an abundance of creativity here, to lose this will have an affect on us all.<br />
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"When it comes to design, the UK is home to some of the world's biggest talent."<br />
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I agree it's up to all of us to actively encourage creativity within education and following that through to the work place, developing and giving it the freedom it needs, not marginalising and devaluing its worth. When we have an abundance of creativity here, to lose this will have an affect on us all.<br />
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"When it comes to design, the UK is home to some of the world's biggest talent."<br />
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(<a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/2007/sep/01/design" target="_blank">http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/2007/sep/01/design</a>) Your opinions are very welcom…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-12:649749:Comment:9022252013-01-12T15:57:45.259ZAndrea Thompsonhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AndreaThompson
Your opinions are very welcome Keeley, so feel free, no need to hold back. How would you start the revolution, what would you do?
Your opinions are very welcome Keeley, so feel free, no need to hold back. How would you start the revolution, what would you do? Hi All,
As a collective we ha…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-03:649749:Comment:9000472013-01-03T15:51:03.974ZColin Chaplinhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/ColinChaplin
<p>Hi All,</p>
<p>As a collective we have to deal with the extraction of arts and culture from the education of our children. It is the richness it provides that is SO valuable. Just take a look at the Turner Prize acceptance speech from Elizabeth Price... And, Jude Law's initial introduction, where he was equally eloquent regarding the demise of art in schools.</p>
<p>Like other industries, the 'creative' may leave our shores, not because it's 'cheaper to make abroad' but because no one will…</p>
<p>Hi All,</p>
<p>As a collective we have to deal with the extraction of arts and culture from the education of our children. It is the richness it provides that is SO valuable. Just take a look at the Turner Prize acceptance speech from Elizabeth Price... And, Jude Law's initial introduction, where he was equally eloquent regarding the demise of art in schools.</p>
<p>Like other industries, the 'creative' may leave our shores, not because it's 'cheaper to make abroad' but because no one will be qualified to do it!!! AND THAT IS TERRIBLE.</p> I agree with Melissa, without…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-03:649749:Comment:9001942013-01-03T15:04:23.732ZJo Cuminghttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/JoCuming
<p>I agree with Melissa, without creative subjects schools are going to lose the interest of individuals who are not academic. How would this promote inclusion because you are not catering to all types of people, if creative people are unable to express themselves positively in school (through lessons, and coursework) what will they do instead? Disrupt lessons they find difficult and have no interest in???</p>
<p>I agree with Melissa, without creative subjects schools are going to lose the interest of individuals who are not academic. How would this promote inclusion because you are not catering to all types of people, if creative people are unable to express themselves positively in school (through lessons, and coursework) what will they do instead? Disrupt lessons they find difficult and have no interest in???</p> I'm with you, Ann! He was ver…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-03:649749:Comment:8999592013-01-03T14:39:48.610ZKeeley Knowleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KeeleyKnowles
<p>I'm with you, Ann! He was very inspirational. I was about to post this link for Andrea. Happy New Year x </p>
<p>I'm with you, Ann! He was very inspirational. I was about to post this link for Andrea. Happy New Year x </p>