Introduction
What is the biggest point of differentiation among students? Previously, this was the technical skill that they bore. However, the narrative has shifted. Creativity and innovation among students are the new traits everyone is looking for. The Shri Ram Universal School (TSUS), the best school in Ludhiana, recognizes this and emphasises it in its curriculum. This focus on creativity and innovation not only prepares students for the future but also makes learning a fun and engaging experience. The blog will discuss its emphasis in brief and give you a peek into TSUS’ curriculum.
Why They Matter in Education
Creativity is not just about artistic expression. It is about looking at problems with a different perspective, with a fresh perspective. Innovation is like a bow to the creativity arrow. Analogically, creativity is the ability to wander in the realm of boundless ideas, while innovation is the practical implementation of ideas that result in the production of new goods or services or improvement in the current ones. Students are the best instruments for creativity and innovation. They are still in the development stage and can easily be actually “taught” creativity and innovation. These traits are vital in such a world where technology and industries are constantly growing.
Incorporating Creativity
We now understand the importance of incorporating creativity into the curriculum. But the question still stands: how? The answer is surprisingly simple. It is as simple as letting the students be themselves, i.e., little curious minds. Let their curiosity wander. Please encourage them to ask questions.
Another thing you can do is integrate project-based learning (PBL). It means teaching students using real-world problems. This includes leaving them with a thought-provoking question or observation and letting them investigate the problem at hand. This is again about inducing curiosity in their minds.
Incorporating Innovation
We already discussed how innovation is about making students act. Accordingly, what you need to do to induce innovation is get students to act. Creativity and innovation go hand-in-hand. So, when students are encouraged to wander more, innovation means taking it a step further and starting to enact what they found in their creative strolls. This part is all about inducing and taking action. Encourage students to take action, and the rest is up to the students to enact.
Role of Teachers & Mentors
As you observe, teachers play an important role in inducing creativity and innovation in the students. We at TSUS, one of the top schools in Ludhiana, have clearly defined the role of teachers and mentors in promoting the two processes. Teachers and parents are the primary mentors that students interact with within their school. TSUS emphasises their role and makes sure they ask questions, explore new ideas in the real world, and learn from the mistakes they make in their endeavour. We only ask them to become their well-wishers and encourage creativity and innovation so that their students are well-equipped for the future in a dynamic environment.
Conclusion
The essence of this blog can be encapsulated in two words other than creativity and innovation, i.e., curiosity and action. Encouraging creativity is all about inspiring curiosity—letting young minds think out of the box. On the other hand, innovation is all about inducing and taking action. Please take a little riskier action in line with their creative thoughts. Remember: the higher the risk, the higher the rewards. If your values align with the subject of this blog contact TSUS for your child. Let’s not forget that the future belongs to the creative and the innovative.
