Genius Hour
What is a "Genius Hour"?
"Genius hour is a movement that allows students to explore their own passions and encourages creativity in the classroom. It provides students a choice in what they learn during a set period of time during school." - http://www.geniushour.com/what-is-genius-hour/
How to set up a Genius Hour
Things to think about:
Will your students work alone, in pairs, or in groups?
Will you have a timeline or is the work open ended?
Will you put any limits on what kinds of ideas they come up with?
What will you be looking for in a final product?
Resources for setting up Genius Hour
How to make time for a Genius Hour
Places to get inspiration/ideas
https://theglobalgeniushourproject.wikispaces.com/Mrs.+Kirr's+Geniuses
http://www.20timeineducation.com/20-time-ideas
http://tinkering.exploratorium.edu/
http://www.achievement.org/autodoc/like_me
Blogs and Websites about Genius Hour in the Classroom