Sparking Creativity
Increase creativity and collaboration in the classroom with our Teacher Professional Learning program Sparking Creativity. This multi-term, immersive program supports teachers by bringing fresh ideas and dynamic approaches to teaching literacy and creative writing.
Through student workshops, professional learning days and responsive coaching sessions, the 100 Story Building team will share creative approaches to literacy and writing that teachers can implement immediately into their classroom planners.
Workshops and professional learning sessions link to English, Critical and Creative Thinking and Personal and Social Capability areas of the curriculum, and align with AITSL Teacher Standards.
“We have seen a noticeable shift in teacher confidence and collaboration within and across schools as a result of the work we have undertaken this year. ”
Program Details
We developed the Sparking Creativity program alongside two partner schools in Greater Geelong to kickstart engagement in writing for students and teachers.
The program draws on over 10 years of experience facilitating programs for children and young people at 100 Story Building and in schools, that amplify student voices, support their confidence and sense of belonging, and foster a love of literacy.
Our approach combines creative, arts-based facilitation and a focus on student agency, voice and engagement to bring teachers and learners together around collaborative, ideas-rich and student-led writing environments.
It draws on a wealth of research that shows arts integration supports active learning and engagement and deeper, more sustained learning in schools.
For more information, contact:
Colin Craig, Program Coordinator, 100 Story Building
Using Sparking Creativity approaches...
Outcomes for educators:
Development of new arts-based skills in literacy teaching
Increased confidence in using creative tools to engage students in learning
Enriched classroom curriculum
Confidence to amplify student voices in the school environment
Outcomes for students:
Increased confidence, engagement with learning and literacy achievement
Strengthening reading, writing and creating for personal enjoyment
Sense of wellbeing, connection and belonging
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Teacher Feedback
“I have loved the Sparking Creativity program this year…I have found that giving the students the choice to draw or write allows them to be more open to new ideas and more willing to write. They are also genuinely interested in each other’s writing. This program has given me the confidence to take risks as well.”
— Angela Con Foo, Teacher, St Leonards Primary School
Sparking Creativity is proudly supported by Bank of Melbourne Foundation
“Sparking Creativity deepened our enjoyment of teaching writing and for encouraging and accepting all students’ ideas, and seeing their confidence grow was super rewarding.”