Improvisation:
The Key to
21st Century LearningLaurel J. Felt
vs INTERPRETATION Prague, Czech Republic
July 19, 2014
21st Century LearningDiscover. Learn. Teach.
• Cognitive– processes and strategies, knowledge, creativity
• Intrapersonal– intellectual openness, work ethic/conscientiousness,
positive core self-evaluation
• Interpersonal– teamwork and collaboration, leadership
HOW?Discover. Learn. Teach.
My ResearchDiscover. Learn. Teach.
• Culture– safety, connection, engagement, empowerment
• Process– participatory governance, participatory learning, playfulness
• Master Skills– Dynamic Appreciation, Resource Engagement,
Respectful Negotiation
Improv as KeyDiscover. Learn. Teach.
Improvisational TheaterDiscover. Learn. Teach.
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RFK Community SchoolsDiscover. Learn. Teach.
KYCCDiscover. Learn. Teach.
CultureDiscover. Learn. Teach.
CultureDiscover. Learn. Teach.
ProcessDiscover. Learn. Teach.
“I wanted to learn how to face the audience and to face my fear.” –KYCC Participant #2
“Improvised scenework… initiating scenes in diverse locations/contexts.” –KYCC facilitator Marion
FistBump! RAP
ProcessDiscover. Learn. Teach.
Master SkillsDiscover. Learn. Teach.
Master SkillsDiscover. Learn. Teach.
“One thing I like about L4C is that we can express our imagination and be creative. Even though it’s embarrassing we can be silly.” –KYCC Participant #7
DOG vs CAT
Master SkillsDiscover. Learn. Teach.
Play’s the thingDiscover. Learn. Teach.
