Art Lesson: Using Art to Enhance Well-being and Problem-Solving

Art Lesson: Using Art to Enhance Wellbeing and Problem-Solving


Created by Joshua Y'Barbo on 04 Feb 2025 via 5MinuteLessonPlan.co.uk


Feeling Grief (2023) by Joshua Y'Barbo. Digital Print. Variable Dimensions.

Big Picture

This lesson will explore the relationship between art, well-being, problem-solving,
and design thinking, emphasising their practical application in everyday workplace settings. Students will delve into creativity, enhanced well-being, independent creativity, teamwork, diversity, and brainstorming.

Objectives

  • Understand the connection between art, well-being, problem-solving, and design thinking.
  • Explore how creativity can positively impact workplace environments.
  • Apply problem-solving techniques to work-related scenarios.

Stickability

Students will remember how creativity and teamwork are essential for solving workplace challenges effectively.

Assessment for Learning

Assessment activities will include group discussions on the importance of creativity in problem-solving and individual reflections on personal experiences applying design thinking in workplace situations.

Adaptability

  • SEN: Provide visual aids and alternative forms of expression to help understand
  • concepts.
  • Fast Progressors: Encourage them to take on leadership roles during group
  • activities.
  • Extra Support: Offer simplified explanations and additional time for tasks.
  • EAL Learners: Include visuals and use more straightforward language to explain
  • complex ideas.

Keywords

Art, well-being, problem-solving, design thinking, creativity, teamwork, diversity, brainstorming

Literacy/Numeracy

Students will read and discuss case studies related to creativity in the workplace, as well as numerical analysis of problem-solving steps during group activities.

Resources

Case studies on creativity in the workplace, problem-solving worksheets, and art supplies for creative activities

Learning Episodes

  1. Introduction to the importance of creativity, problem-solving, and design thinking in workplace settings.
  2. Engage in group activities focusing on teamwork and creativity in problem-solving scenarios.
  3. Reflect on the lessons learned and discuss how students can effectively apply these concepts in future workplace experiences.

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