Creativity in Practice Mini Institute
February 28, 2026 & March 1, 2026
Creativity in Practice is the DAM’s professional development for new early childhood educators designed to increase their confidence in incorporating art and creativity in the classroom. This two-day institute offers 7 hours of professional development credit through Colorado Shines PDIS.
The program will take place in the museum's Creative Hub on Saturday, February 28, from 10 am to 4 pm, and Sunday, March 1, from 10 am to 3 pm.
Registration is open to all early childhood educators (teachers, coaches, directors, home-based care providers, etc.) and space is limited, so register early!
Sessions and topics during the day include:
- Teacher Art Identity: Reflecting on teacher identity in relation to art and creativity
- Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB): Introduction to TAB techniques and materials
- Art, Drama & Storytelling: Incorporating drama and storytelling with art and creativity to foster social emotional learning
- Teacher Lesson Planning with Objects and Artworks: Introduction to using objects and artworks at the museum to meet early childhood learning objectives
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