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CREATIVITY CRISIS?

Creativity in our classrooms and students was called into question this week after Newsweek published this story:

http://www.newsweek.com/2010/07/10/the-creativity-crisis.html

It’s been the topic of much discussion, including a discussion on NRP’s On Point with Tom Ashbrook.

Some people argue that technology is getting in the way, while others think that we don’t allow our students enough time to ruminate, listen to their own thoughts, and develop critical thinking.   What are YOUR thoughts?

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Description:

“Public Speaking” teaches presentation skills and how to give a speech. The song is useful for persuasive speech, toastmasters, oral classroom reporting, and for getting over a fear of public speaking by offering simple public speaking tips. Teachers have also used it for teaching related topics, such as Ancient Greece, where public oration was an important part of civics. The additional resource materials including lesson plans and worksheets, assist speech writers, students, and teachers in writing speeches and creating effective lessons on the song topics. Students will become more adept and comfortable at public speaking.

This song is suitable for advanced elementary school, middle school, and high school students, and as part of any public speaking course.