There isn’t an education system on the planet that teaches dance everyday to children the way we teach them mathematics. Why?
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Creativity is the process of having original ideas that have value
Interpretation
What this quote means
Creativity involves generating unique ideas that are meaningful and impactful.
In this quote, Ken Robinson highlights that creativity is not just about coming up with new and original concepts but also emphasizes the importance of these ideas having value. It suggests that true creativity has a purpose and contributes positively to society or individual lives.
Themes
CreativityOriginalityIdeasValueInnovation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire students in a creative writing class.
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