The ABCs of Creativity

Can you teach creativity? This week, we're diving into The ABCs of Creativity with Dr. Melissa Schmitz from Wise HD. Melissa redefines creativity as a teachable skill, not just an innate talent, and highlights its vital role in today's education. Drawing on her research and experience, Melissa shares practical strategies to foster creativity in schools, empowering students to think critically and innovate. This episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable advice for educators looking to integrate creativity into their classrooms. Join to learn how creativity drives learning, problem-solving, and innovation—and how we can nurture the creative thinkers of tomorrow. --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Melissa Schmitz is an award-winning educator recognized for increasing academic success and motivating educational change. She has over 25 years of experience as a public and private educator. Receiving a bachelor's degree in music from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a master's degree in education from the University of Tennessee, and a doctorate in educational leadership and management from Drexel University, Dr. Schmitz is an experienced leader of educational change and organizational development. Currently, she is the senior educational consultant and owner of WISE HD, a workplace for innovative, sustainable education and human development. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.