Fueling Creativity in Education

What is transformational creativity, and how does it apply to the field of education? In the second part of the double expresso episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, world-renowned creativity scholar Dr. Robert Sternberg dives into the evolving perceptions and applications of creativity over his 50-year career. Together, they engage in a critical discourse on how modern education...

Are you ready for a double expresso with Dr. Robert Sternberg? In the first expresso of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett speak with world-renowned psychologist Dr. Robert Sternberg to explore his research and theories on creativity. Sternberg delves into his pioneering work with the Rainbow Project at Yale, which demonstrated that adding...

Why does theatre education matter? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood engage with Dr. Thalia Goldstein to explore the enriching world of theater education. Dr. Goldstein begins with the concept of a "consequence-free environment" in theater classrooms, where playfulness and the freedom to make mistakes foster both intra-...

A Special Thanksgiving Episode: Creativity, Community, and Gratitude In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood visit Dedham, Massachusetts, just outside Boston, to record live from the newly opened TLC Studios. TLC, short for Teaching, Learning, and Creativity, is the inspired creation of authors and educators Peter...

How might we infuse critical thinking into the classroom? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome Colin Seale, a seasoned educator, attorney, and the founder of Think Law. Colin delves into how educators can ignite creative thinking in their classrooms through open-ended questions, fostering student creativity, and nav...

In this latest episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on their journey through Season 9.  They discuss the rapid pace of the semester and how balancing responsibilities can be a challenge without deliberate efforts to slow down. The hosts kick off their debrief by revisiting recent episodes, including conversations with Corey...

How might we cultivate a creative mindset in our classrooms? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, join hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood as they delve into transforming educational settings to foster creativity with special guest, Dorte Nielsen. Dorte is the founder of Creative Thinker and the Center for Creative Thinking in Copenhagen, with an impressive b...

What happens when we start viewing creativity through the lens of participatory contributions rather than individual brilliance? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett welcome back to the show Dr. Edward Clapp, principal investigator at Project Zero and a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, to delve into the...

How can educators teach for creativity through a culturally responsive lens? In this week's episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett introduce Corey Gray, a PhD candidate at the University of Georgia specializing in educational psychology and gifted education. The insightful conversation delves into key factors that shape creative scho...

Are schools designed for learning? Or are schools designed for schooling? In our latest episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into these questions as they debrief three compelling conversations from Season 9. Here's what you can expect: Will Richardson: They explore his thought-provoking ideas on whether our current education m...

What are "irresistible futures" in education, and why are they important for motivating systemic change? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Warwood engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Will Richardson. They delve into how the transition from the third to the fourth industrial revolution is shaping education, emphasizing...

What would a personalized high school curriculum centered around global challenges look like? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett sit down with Raya Bidshahri, an accomplished entrepreneur and educator who is the founder and CEO of the School of Humanity. Raya sheds light on her frustration with traditional education syste...

How might a cardboard box help our students be more creative? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett sit down with Dr. Marci Klein, a pediatrician and founder of 3DuxDesign . Marci sheds light on the pervasive self-centered mindset in society and stresses the need to cultivate empathy and community, both in education and at h...

This is the first debrief episode of Season 9 of the "Fueling Creativity in Education” podcast! Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into their key takeaways from the first three episodes of the season, featuring guests Dr. Ruth Richards, Ann Jacoby, and Neil Bergenroth. Topics range from normalizing feedback in the classroom to blending personal passions with teaching methods. The conce...

In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood are joined by Neil Bergenroth, an innovative educator and coach passionate about integrating rowing and STEM education. Neil discusses how his programs leverage rowing machines funded by a grant to provide every student with the opportunity to experience and choose rowing as an elective. He shar...

How might we provide feedback to build creative confidence in our students? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into an engaging conversation with Anne Jacoby, founder of the culture consultancy Spring Street . The discussion centers on the importance of effective feedback in promoting creative thinking within the cla...

Have we lost our everyday creativity? In the latest episode of the "Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast," hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood engage in a thought-provoking conversation with esteemed guest Dr. Ruth Richards, an expert on everyday creativity. The trio delves into the concept of emergence, highlighting its unpredictable nature and its parallels to learning, growth, and societ...

What is everyday creativity, and how does it contribute to well-being and resilience in the classroom? Welcome to Season Nine of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! In this Double Expresso of the "Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast," hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett welcome educational psychologist and board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Ruth Richards to discuss the profo...

Welcome back to another exciting academic year of the "Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast"! In this special episode, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett kick off Season 9 with new features designed to enrich the dialogue around creativity in education. This season, they introduce Emerging Scholar in Residence Jimmy Wilson, who's a doctoral student at the University of Connecticut....

Teacher Roundtables: Teaching during the Pandemic" offers a deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of six educators during the pandemic. In this episode Matt and Cyndi introduce a documentary film, titled Teaching During the Pandemic. The film unfolds through a roundtable discussion that facilitates personal anecdotes about the emotional and professional hurdles teachers faced as they worked t...

In this final episode of the 2024 Listen and Learn series, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood conclude their exploration of classic literature in the field of creativity. They discuss the importance of studying these foundational works to gain a historical perspective and bridge connections between research and creative teaching and learning environments.  Together, they dive into the...

Can we teach students to think creatively? In the latest episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett delve into the work of E. Paul Torrance,the father of creativity in education. This fourth installment of the Listen and Learn series continues the exploration of classic literature in the field of creativity, providing a historical perspe...

In this fourth episode of the Listen and Learn Classic Literature series for summer 2024, co-hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett delve into the enduring work of Donald MacKinnon and his seminal article, "Nature and Nurture of Creative Talent," published in 1962. This episode unpacks MacKinnon's findings on the characteristics that define creative individuals, highlighting the balance b...

In the third episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast's summer 2024 Listen and Learn series, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett delve into Alex Osborn's seminal work, "Applied Imagination." They discuss how this classic book, authored by Osborn, an advertising executive turned creativity scholar, laid the groundwork for modern creative problem-solving techniques. The hos...

What is your definition of creativity? In this second episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast Listen and Learn Series, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood dive into the profound work of Mel Rhodes with a focus on his influential 1961 article, "The Analysis of Creativity." The discussion elaborates on Rhodes' quest to define creativity, exploring how his attempt gave rise...