Out Of Our Minds by Ken Robinson is like no other book I've ever read. This book manages to cover wide-ranging topics and dive into a diverse wealth of research and cultural and educational history. Robinson's message is precise: the way we look at education must change and that change must include the fostering of imagination which fosters creativity which foster innovation. Simple enough.
My only critique or criticism of this book is that it is purely theoretical. As a teaching credential candidate, I'm constantly looking for practical applications of ideas and lessons to bring into my classroom. The ideas Sir Robinson presents sound terrific and I predict they would have a significant impact on student engagement and their willingness/eagerness to learn; however, there's no particular strategy I can grab from the book and utilize in my classroom tomorrow. Nevertheless, I take Robinson's point to heart and I plan on creating a classroom that promotes creativity and doesn't curb it. As for the field of education as a whole, I hope the opinions expressed in this book continue to be explored and experimented with. I strongly believe that investing in effective, meaningful education is the best possible way to improve our quality of life as a nation and as a global community, and I believe allowing for creativity is a crucial component of effective, meaningful education.
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AuthorGeorge Porter, English Teacher at Sage Creek Archives
May 2016
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