In the previous post on Creative Learning, I introduced the spiral process of creative learning by Mitchel Resnick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this post, I will introduce the first two concepts of 4P\u2019s: Projects and Passion. Do not forget to check out this open online course: Learning Creative Learning<\/a> created by Lifelong Kindergarten<\/a> at MIT Media Lab. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Projects<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n In chapter 2,<\/a> Mitchel suggests that project-based learning is critical because it is the key to fluency, a similar concept to mastery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201c\u2026\n When you learn to write, it\u2019s not enough to learn spelling, grammar, \nand punctuation. It\u2019s important to learn to tell stories and communicate\n your ideas\u2026 Imagine trying to learn to write just by working on \ncrossword puzzles. It could improve your spelling and vocabulary, and it\n could be fun, but would you become a good writer, able to tell stories \nand express your ideas fluently? I don\u2019t think so. A project-based \napproach is the best path to fluency, whether for writing or coding.\u201d<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Mitchel also argues that learning by doing<\/em><\/strong> is not enough. Students should engage in learning<\/em><\/strong> by making, <\/em><\/strong>which is the process of designing, building, and creating something: <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cin\n the culture of the Maker Movement, it\u2019s not enough to do something: You\n need to make something. According to the maker ethic, the most valuable\n learning experiences come when you\u2019re actively engaged in designing, \nbuilding, or creating something\u2014when you\u2019re learning-through-making.\u201d<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n The idea of learning by making<\/em><\/strong> is challenging to many of us. If you are wondering where to start, think about these questions: <\/p>\n\n\n\n