CREATIVE LEARNING...

1. 1.Allows for a variety of learning styles
   

2. 2.Is regularly applied to “real-world” situations
   

3. 3.Elicits student input and ideas, provides positive feedback, and includes choices
   

4. 4.Encourages the use of higher order thinking skills as well as mastery of basic facts
   

5. 5.Utilizes hands-on approaches and authentic experiences
   

6. 6.Provides for in-depth understanding, rather than simply memorization of facts
   

7. 7.Accessible for all learners through multiple intelligences, differentiation, and multi-modal approaches
   

8. 8.Utilizes various modes of communication
   

9. 9.Assessment is performance-based and age appropriate, and includes self-assessment as well
   

10. 10.Students construct knowledge through personal experiences and primary research
    

11. 11.Students are taught to take responsibility for their learning, and to develop into independent learners
    

12. 12.Projects promote meaningful learning, connecting new learning to students' past performances
    

13. 13.Learning utilizes real data and primary resources, investigating data and drawing conclusions
    

14. 14.The learning process is valued as highly as the learning outcome
    

15. 15.Learning cuts across curricular areas - it is multidisciplinary and integrates multiple subject areas
    

16. 16.Teacher is a facilitator of learning
    

17. 17.Students work in cooperative groups, partnerships, and individually