Discusses the nature of creativity, argues that, too often, we rely on formulaic thinking, and looks at creativity in business, thought patterns, and innovation

The Creative Attitude: Learning to Ask and Answer the Right Questions

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Roger C. Schank

Psychology & Counseling

Macmillan

First Published in 1986. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &amp; Francis, an informa company.

Explanation Patterns: Understanding Mechanically and Creatively

Computers & Technology

Computer Science

Psychology Press

Part of the Solutions for Modern Learning series Bring meaning and curiosity back to school with a contemporary perspective on students lives in the 21st century, as they decide whether to pursue careers or college, or both. In this reader-friendly guide, the author engages educators and leaders in a powerful conversation about modern learning. Explore the 10 criteria for new curricula, encourage students to develop their skills and passions, and consider changes in teaching that can make school fun and relevant to students' lives in the real world. Consider a new curriculum design that might replace outdated education practices. This new design may help students stay invested in their education by realizing that school can directly help them reach their life goals. Students would learn about real jobs and gain individualized instruction, allowing them to experiment with careers they find appealing. Benefits: 
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<li>Explore the historical background of education philosophy and how it has shaped high school curriculum practices still in place today.</li> <li>Discover the subject-specific guidelines for high school curricula implemented by Harvard's Committee of Ten in 1892 and what changes would make the curricula relevant to today's learners. </li> <li>Consider how curriculum can be tailored to mirror specific career areas and professions. </li> <li>Study the 10 criteria that new curricula should meet, and the changes in teaching that can help make school fun, realistic, and relevant, as schools have lost track of how to measure or define educational achievement.</li> <li>Learn how the story-centered curriculum can work in any learning environment and what the virtual experiential high school can offer.</li>
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Contents: About the Author Preface Chapter 1: Thinking About Student Goals Chapter 2: High School: How It Got That Way Chapter 3: New Curricula for a New Era Chapter 4: Making School Fun Chapter 5: The Virtual Experiential High School References and Resources

Make School Meaningful-And Fun! (Solutions for Modern Learning) (Help and encourage students to learn what they want to learn, make school experiences creative)

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

Solution Tree

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