EDUT 5366 Sparking Joy, Creative Classroom
Sparking Joy, Creativity, and Belonging in the Classroom and Beyond
Take a journey into joy and discover its profound impact on education. "Sparking Joy, Creativity, and Belonging in the
Classroom and Beyond" explores the science, soul, and significance of joy, including how paying attention to joyful
moments makes life meaningful. Learn how Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can set us on a trajectory of growth if we ask
ourselves the right questions, and define joy on your own terms. Take time to shine a light on the aesthetics of joy,
revealing how our surroundings, including our classrooms, can be transformed into environments that nurture well-being
and inspire creativity, belonging, and connection. Uncover the nuances between joy and happiness and ways we can
nurture joy in our students and schools through creative lesson planning and community building. See how gratitude has a
profound impact on joy, not just as a practice, but as a revolutionary act of resistance. This course will equip you with what
you need to weave joy into the fabric of your teaching, creating a more meaningful life for yourself and your students.
Ignite your own joyful spark and create a lasting blaze of positive change.