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Creativity in Canadian ClassroomsLearning & Teaching Development at
Capilano University
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Presentation Learning Outcome:Participants will be able to explain CapU’s approach to learning and
teaching using an example of creativity in the classroom.
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Teaching creatively is in addition to two other student success strategies at Capilano
Universitycc: coofdy - https://www.flickr.com/photos/57754952@N06
#1 Proven student success strategy: CapU enforces small classrooms, no more than 35
students and on average 28.
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#2 Proven student success strategy: CapU places a heavy emphasis on face-to-face
interactions between professor and students.cc: UC Davis College of Engineering - https://www.flickr.com/photos/52030408@N05
From this small classroom, face-to-face environment we have created greater opportunities for creativity
in learning and teaching.cc: Shootingsnow - https://www.flickr.com/photos/30126014@N04
The use of imaginative and original learning and
teaching practices in the classroom models
innovation to our young people.
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At CapU, we are preparing our young people to be future-ready citizens who can grow our
economy.cc: JD Hancock - https://www.flickr.com/photos/83346641@N00
One example of Creative Learning and Teaching Practice:
Immediate Feedback Assessment Technique (IF-AT®)
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We are now going to role play as a Political Science class discussing power and politics
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Role-playing Activity
Step #1 You have been provided with a 5-question quiz. Working individually, circle the
correct answers.cc: Adam Mulligan - https://www.flickr.com/photos/32365294@N00
Step #2 Working in groups of 4-5 students, compare your answers as an individual and decide as a group
your final choices for each question.cc: Tatiana12 - https://www.flickr.com/photos/98826299@N00
Step #3 Use the answer sheet and scratch off the letter block for the answers you selected as a group.
If you guessed correctly you will find a Star.cc: andrewmalone - https://www.flickr.com/photos/41894170049@N01
How IF-AT® works https://youtu.be/z70_H-DBBq0
Students are not just being assessed, but are given a chance for immediate feedback in a
fun approach.cc: eilonwy77 - https://www.flickr.com/photos/41322510@N00
For more information on the theoretical principles and benefits go to
http://www.epsteineducation.com/home/about/ cc: Ministerio TIC Colombia - https://www.flickr.com/photos/70256507@N05
The IF-AT® is one of many creative learning and teaching approaches used at Capilano
University.
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Thank you to Dr. Mary Giovanetti, professor in organizational behaviour and intercultural
business.
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For more information, contact Laurie Prange-Martin
[email protected] Manager, Learning and Teaching
DevelopmentCapilano University
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