Beginner
- Task 1: Identify the Projects Watch the video and listen for the names of the projects or organizations mentioned. Can you say the names of two of the projects? For example, “Jam records” or “Moon girls.”
- Task 2: Is Creativity Important? The speaker asks, “Can creativity change the world?” Do you think it can? Say “Yes, I think creativity can change the world because…” or “No, I do not think creativity can change the world because…”
- Task 3: Simple Definitions Listen to the video and explain in your own words what a “creativity pioneer” is. Use simple sentences to describe who they are and what they do.
Intermediate
- Task 1: Summarize a Project Watch the video and choose one of the projects mentioned, like “Jam records” or “Moon girls.” Briefly explain what the project is about and what problem it is trying to solve.
- Task 2: Explain a New Idea The speaker talks about “reconsidering the current framework.” What does this mean in the context of the video? Explain the concept to a partner and give an example from the video that shows this idea in action.
- Task 3: The Power of Creativity According to the speaker, creativity has several powers. Listen carefully and explain three things that creativity can do for people or communities.
Advanced
- Task 1: Debate the Statement The speaker states that “the conventional interventions underestimate the power of creativity.” Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Prepare a short argument for a debate, using specific examples from the video to support your position.
- Task 2: Connect the Ideas The speaker says that “art and culture are so integrated” with democracy. Analyze this connection. What does the speaker mean when he says democracy is “enriched” or “strengthened” through the infusion of art? Discuss this with a partner or in a small group.
- Task 3: Present a Creative Solution Imagine you are a “creativity pioneer” and have a new idea to solve a local or global issue. Prepare a 2-3 minute presentation where you:
- State the issue.
- Describe your creative solution.
- Explain how your solution combines “the heart and the mind,” as mentioned in the video.
Beginner
- Task 1: Listen for Projects Watch the video and listen for the names of the projects or organizations mentioned. Write down the names of at least two of the projects you hear.
- Task 2: Listen for Simple Facts Watch the video and answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions:
- Did the speaker work in a refugee camp?
- Does the “Moon girls” project follow the adventures of four superheroes?
- Did the speaker start a recording studio in a prison?
- Task 3: Listen for Key Words Watch the video and listen for these words. When you hear them, write down what the speaker says about them in one short sentence.
- “Creativity Pioneers”
- “Democracy”
- “South Africa”
Intermediate
- Task 1: Summarize a Project Watch the video and choose one of the projects mentioned, like “Jam records” or “Moon girls.” Briefly explain in your own words what the project is about and what problem it is trying to solve.
- Task 2: Explain a New Idea The speaker talks about “reconsidering the current framework.” Listen to this part of the video and explain what this means in the context of the conversation.
- Task 3: The Power of Creativity According to the speaker, creativity has several powers. Listen carefully and list three things that creativity can do for people or communities.
Advanced
- Task 1: Listen for Cause and Effect Watch the video and explain the cause and effect relationships described.
- Cause: “Creativity Pioneers” have been overlooked and underfunded. Effect:
- Cause: We move from a theory to practice at a local level. Effect:
- Task 2: Listen for the Main Argument The speaker argues that creativity should be at the heart of policymaking. Listen to this part of the video and summarize his main argument. What specific reasons does he give for this?
- Task 3: Analyze the Speaker’s Message The speaker mentions that “creativity Pioneers” are able to “reconcile all these apparent contradictions.” Listen to this part of the video. What does he mean by this phrase? What examples does he give of these “contradictions”
Beginner
- Task 1: Read for Projects Read the video and write down the names of at least two of the projects or organizations mentioned.
- Task 2: Read for Simple Facts Read the video and answer “yes” or “no” to the following questions:
- Did the speaker work in a refugee camp?
- Does the “Moon girls” project follow the adventures of four superheroes?
- Did the speaker start a recording studio in a prison?
- Task 3: Read for Key Words Read the video and find these words. When you find them, write down what the speaker says about them in one short sentence.
- “Creativity Pioneers”
- “Democracy”
- “South Africa”
Intermediate
- Task 1: Summarize a Project Read the video and choose one of the projects mentioned, like “Jam records” or “Moon girls.” Briefly explain in your own words what the project is about and what problem it is trying to solve.
- Task 2: Explain a New Idea The speaker talks about “reconsidering the current framework.” Read this part of the video and explain what this means in the context of the conversation.
- Task 3: The Power of Creativity According to the speaker, creativity has several powers. Read carefully and list three things that creativity can do for people or communities.
Advanced
- Task 1: Read for Cause and Effect Read the video and explain the cause and effect relationships described.
- Cause: “Creativity Pioneers” have been overlooked and underfunded. Effect:
- Cause: We move from a theory to practice at a local level. Effect:
- Task 2: Read for the Main Argument The speaker argues that creativity should be at the heart of policymaking. Read this part of the video and summarize his main argument. What specific reasons does he give for this?
- Task 3: Analyze the Speaker’s Message The speaker mentions that “creativity Pioneers” are able to “reconcile all these apparent contradictions.” Read this part of the video. What does he mean by this phrase? What examples does he give of these “contradictions”?
Beginner
- Task 1: My Creative Project The speaker talks about “Moon girls” and “Jam Records” as creative projects. Write 3-5 sentences about a creative project you would like to start. What is it, and what would you need to make it happen?
- Task 2: Finish the Sentences Read the video and finish these sentences in your own words.
- “I think creativity is important because…”
- “A creativity pioneer is a person who…”
- “The project Moon girls is about…”
- Task 3: A Thank You Note Imagine you are a child who received artistic education from the “creativity pioneers.” Write a short thank you note to the organization. Tell them what you learned and why it was important to you.
Intermediate
- Task 1: The Power of Creativity The speaker says creativity is a “fundamental engine.” Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) explaining what this means. Use one example from the video to support your explanation.
- Task 2: Letter to a Politician The speaker talks about bringing creativity to the heart of policymaking. Write a letter to a politician in your city or country. In the letter, explain why you believe art and culture are important for democracy and suggest one policy that would support creative projects in your community.
- Task 3: A Blog Post Write a short blog post (2-3 paragraphs) titled “Why We Need Creative Solutions.” In your post, explain why creative solutions are important for big problems. Use at least two examples from the video to support your points.
Advanced
- Task 1: An Expository Essay Write a short expository essay (2-3 paragraphs) on the role of “creativity pioneers” as a new “cluster” for social change. In your essay, define who these pioneers are and explain how their approach is different from traditional methods of social change. Use specific vocabulary and concepts from the video.
- Task 2: An Argumentative Essay The speaker suggests that art and culture should not just inform policies but “actually be different policies.” Write an argumentative essay (2-3 paragraphs) where you argue for or against this idea. Use specific examples from history, current events, or the video to support your argument.
- Task 3: A Journal Entry Imagine you are a “creativity pioneer” reflecting on your work. Write a detailed journal entry about a recent project. Discuss the challenges you faced and how you were able to “reconcile all these apparent contradictions” to achieve your goal. Use a reflective and personal ton
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