Best Dr. Matthew J. Worwood Podcasts (2025)

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Deeper Thinking in the Classroom: A Conversation with Katie Trowbridge on Teaching Creativity 13:35

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this special Listen and Learn episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back Katie Trowbridge, an educator with over 20 years of experience and the creator of the CREATE method. Katie discusses her newly released book, Deeper Thinking in…

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Meet Their Needs, and They’ll Succeed: A Conversation with Principal El 13:22

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this special summer Listen and Learn episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back the inspiring Principal EL to discuss his new book, "Meet Their Needs and They'll Succeed." Principal EL, a celebrated educator and chess coach, shares t…

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The Creative Brain: A Conversation with Dr. Anna Abraham 15:41

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this special summer Listen and Learn episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood welcome back Dr. Anna Abraham, the E. Paul Torrance Professor and Director of the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development at UGA. Dr. Abraham introduces her new…

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The Creativity Choice: A Conversation with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle 11:29

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this special summer edition of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood welcome back Dr. Zorana Pringle, senior research scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, to discuss her new book, "The Creativity Choice." In a concise, listen-and-le…

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Creative Teaching Starts with Reading: Our Summer 2025 Series 9:16

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In this special on-location recording, co-hosts Matthew Worwood and Cyndi Burnett reunite in person for only the sixth time to introduce the Fueling Creativity in Education Summer 2025 Listen & Learn Reading Series. This unique summer series features short interviews with past podcast guests, who return to discuss their most recent books—all select…

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Riding the First AI Wave: A Teacher Roundtable 40:01

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In this special episode, co-host Cyndi Burnett turns the microphone toward fellow host Matthew Worwood to discuss his latest Teacher Roundtable film, Riding the First AI Wave. As the second installment in the Teacher Roundtable series, this project captures another pivotal moment in education—this time focused on the early reactions of educators to…

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Summer 2025 Academic Year Wrap-Up! 35:10

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this special end-of-year recap, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett reflect on the biggest shifts and ongoing challenges in education as the 2024-2025 academic year comes to a close. They revisit the evolution of conversations around what skills and experiences students truly need in an age of …

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Scholarly Debrief (10): Discussing Metacognition and the Importance of Sleep 31:13

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Are we missing an essential ingredient for creativity in education—like sleep? In the Season 10 finale of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett hand over the mic to their resident scholar, Jimmy Wilson, for an in-depth reflection on the standout moments a…

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Debrief 10(4): Connecting Creativity to Passion, Purpose, and Biomimicry 27:24

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Are today’s students losing their passion and sense of purpose—and how can educators help reignite it? In this final debrief episode of Season 10, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett reflect on their standout interviews with a trio of trailblazers in creativity: astrobio futurist Billy Almon, MIT …

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The Value of Small Wins and the Progress Principle with Dr. Teresa Amabile (Part Two) 18:18

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part One of the Double Expresso here! In this exceptional double espresso of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett are joined by Dr. Teresa Amabile for part two of a discussion on creativity in education. The three explore the application of Dr.…

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Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation in the Classroom with Dr. Teresa Amabile (Part One) 30:05

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part Two of the Double Expresso here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Teresa Amabile, a world-renowned expert in creativity research. Teresa shares fascinating insights fro…

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The Five Ps of Technology and Learning with Dr. Leo Burd 30:14

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Can technology truly foster creativity and social change, or does it sometimes hinder the freedom to explore and express? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood delve into the role of technology in creative education with guest Dr. Leo Burd from…

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Nature Knows Best: Teaching Creativity Through Biomimicry with Billy Almon 31:53

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! How can observing a simple creature lead to groundbreaking innovations in education and technology? In this engaging episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, co-hosts Matthew Worwood and Cyndi Burnett dive into a compelling conversation with Billy Almon, an astrobiofuturist and expert in biomim…

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DEBRIEF 10(3): Opportunities, Metacognition, and the Importance of Sleep 25:29

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this mid-season debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the past three interviews that brought a diverse set of perspectives on fostering creativity within educational spaces. They revisit key moments with Jamie Celia Tosi f…

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Why Relationships Matter Most: Creativity and Student Readiness with Jonathan Garra 32:51

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! How does the focus on relationships and trauma-informed care revolutionize the approach to creativity in education? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood are joined by educator Jonathan Garra to explore the crucial role of relationships…

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Thinking Critically and Creatively in Math with Dr. Jo Boaler 32:51

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Can math truly be a canvas for creativity in the educational landscape, reshaping mindsets and unlocking diverse potentials? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Jo Boaler delves into transforming the way we perceive and teach math, advocating for a more creative, equitable, and…

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Innovation in the Classroom with Jaap Haartsen and Jayme Cellitioci 23:50

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part One of this Double Expresso here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue their dynamic conversation with their guests, Jaap Haartsen, known for his pioneering development of Bluetooth technology, and Jayme Cellito…

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The Interplay Between Creativity and Innovation with Jaap Haartsen and Jayme Cellitioci 34:22

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part Two of the Double Expresso here! In this exciting episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into a stimulating conversation with Jaap Haartsen, the inventor behind Bluetooth wireless technology, and Jayme Cellitioci, the Senior …

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Debrief 10(2): Social Activism, Celebrating Growth, and AI Literacy 19:26

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett reflect on their fourth anniversary of the show and dive into discussions around three insightful interviews from the current season. They cover key takeaways from conversations with Miriam …

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Beyond Grades: Santosh Zachariah on Cultivating Creativity and Curiosity in Education 32:13

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Matthew Worwood and Cyndi Burnett are joined by Santosh Zachariah, an educator with a rich background in STEM fields and a passion for fostering creativity in his students. Santosh shares insights from his journey from civil engineering and…

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AI Literacy in Education and the Digital Divide with Amanda Bickerstaff 35:41

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this insightful episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett engage with Amanda Bickerstaff, the co-founder and CEO of AI for Education. With her extensive background as a high school biology teacher and EdTech executive, Amanda provides a nuanced …

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Exploring Social Activism and Creative Change in the Community with Miriam Scott 33:17

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this engaging episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett welcome Miriam Scott, the Director of Youth and Educator Engagement at Creative Visions, to discuss the transformative power of creative expression in education. Miriam outlines the work of…

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DEBRIEF 1 (S10): Gifted Education: Insights on Creativity, Equity, and Identification 28:15

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Check out all of our episodes related to Creativity and Gifted Education!Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Matthew Worwood and Cyndi Burnett provide a comprehensive debrief of Season 10’s special mini-series on gifted education and creativity. The hosts reflect on their exp…

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Equity in Gifted Education: Overcoming Barriers to Inclusion with Dr. Erinn F. Floyd 31:18

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! How can teachers move from a "deficit mindset" to a "dynamic mindset" when recognizing creativity and intelligence in diverse learners? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood engage in a rich dialogue with Dr. Erin F. Floyd, a renowned s…

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Unlocking Potential: Rethinking Gifted Education and Twice-Exceptional Learners with Dr. Austina De Bonte 35:54

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this episode of the "Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast," hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Austina De Bonte, an expert in gifted education. Austina who transitioned from a successful career in technology at Microsoft to pursue her passion for gi…

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Exploring Creativity, Metacognition, and Gifted Education with Dr. Jeb Puryear 34:20

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Welcome to an exciting new episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast as we kick off season 10 with a compelling mini-series on diversity, creativity and gifted education, recorded live at the 2024 National Association for Gifted and Talented Conference in Seattle, Washington. In this episode, our…

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Introducing Season 10 live from NAGC 2024 15:36

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! We are back for Season 10 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! In this episode, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood announce a unique and exciting start with episodes recorded on location at the National Association for Gifted and Talented Conference in Seattle. This season also feature…

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Listen and Learn: Embracing Uncertainty in Learning 17:19

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Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Download the Debrief Handout to this episode here! In this final episode of the Winter 2025 Listen and Learn Series of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett delve into the concept of uncertainty in the learning process. Revisiting a profound conversation wit…

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Listen and Learn: What values do you express in the classroom? 15:23

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Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Downloadable Discussion Questions for PLCs. In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett highlight insights from their interview with Dr. Kulvarn Atwal, an innovative headteacher and thought leader in education. Together, they explore the transformativ…

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Listen and Learn: Generating a Definition of Creativity 10:36

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Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Downloadable Discussion Questions for PLCs In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cindy Burnett continue their Winter 2025 Listen and Learn Series by revisiting a compelling conversation with Dr. Marta Ockluy. Known for her groundbreaking work on redefining cr…

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Listen and Learn: Exploring the Connection Between Joy and Creative Teaching 13:40

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Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Download the Discussion Questions In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett kick off their Winter 2025 Listen and Learn Series with a deep dive into the role of joy in creative teaching. Drawing inspiration from their interview with Dr. Susan Keller…

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New Year Special: Setting Goals for 2025 12:01

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Please complete our short 2024 survey to help us build season ten! In this special New Year's episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett take a reflective look back on their goals and achievements from 2024 while setting new objectives for 2025. With an air of playful banter, they celebra…

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Emering Scholar: Brainwriting, Feedback, and Cultural Considerations 30:01

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How can brainwriting transform divergent thinking sessions? Please complete our short 2024 survey to help us build season ten! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett chat with emerging scholar Jimmy Wilson about the connections between creativity research and education. They d…

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Debrief 9.4: Wicked Wisdom: Shifting Perspectives and Cultivating Creativity 28:30

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Please complete our short survey to help us prepare for Season Ten of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! In this final Season Nine debrief of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett celebrate the contributions of season nine's guests, including Colin Seale, Dr. Talia Goldstein, and Dr. …

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Understanding Transformational Creativity: Dr. Robert Sternberg on Education, Leadership, and AI 39:08

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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 enga…

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Unleashing Creativity in Education: Dr. Robert Sternberg on Defying the Crowd 44:34

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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 Rainbo…

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The Science Behind the Curtain: Theater's Role in Boosting Creativity with Dr. Thalia Goldstein 41:00

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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 an…

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SPECIAL: Making a Big Noise for Creativity this Thanksgiving 22:24

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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 th…

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Thinking Like a Lawyer: Colin Seale on Creative and Critical Thinking in Schools 35:06

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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-ende…

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DEBRIEF 9.3:Revising a Creative Mindset and Participatory Creativity 23:16

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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 re…

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Nurturing Creative Mindsets in Schools with Dorte Nielsen 30:10

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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 Cre…

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Shifting Focus: Collaboration and Creativity in K-12 Schools with Dr. Edward Clapp 33:02

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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 Harva…

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Exploring Cultural Creativity with Emerging Scholar Corey Gray 36:20

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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 conversatio…

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DEBRIEF 9.2: Revisting Schooling v Learning 23:51

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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-…

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Talking about the past and future of schooling with Will Richardson 34:04

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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 indust…

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A New Approach to Schooling with Education Entrepreneur Raya Bidshahri 31:03

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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 o…

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Beyond Technology: Dr. Marci Klein on Enhancing Creativity in Education 32:50

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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 …

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Debrief S9(1): How do we normalize feedback in the classroom? 23:00

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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 …

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Connecting the Passion of Sports to the Classroom with Neil Bergenroth 33:13

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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 ex…

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Developing Creative Confidence Through Effective Feedback with Anne Jacoby 26:18

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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 feedb…