The "A-ha" moment is not manufactured, but we can set up the circumstances where they are more likely:
Daniel Goleman on achieving an "A-HA moment" by morethansoundproductions
To what extent do we allow educators to pursue innovative thinking (the "A-Ha" moment) if they are so swamped with handbooks, predetermined curricula, policies, and schedules? How much room does a school district really have to support its employees to endeavor to innovate if we are all overwhelmed with federal regulations, state accountability measures, and top-down/one-size-fits-all mandates?
Just read the book Imagine by Jonah Lehrer. It was a great read about creativity, insight, problem solving, etc. I think you'd like it as well.
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