There is growing evidence of the importance of imagination in supporting wellbeing. Although perhaps often overlooked, imagination can have an incredible impact on our general happiness. Imagination helps us to escape the day-to-day, to have fun, to envision future possibilities and to explore different perspectives. It is a crucial aspect of goal setting, meaning that…
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We can spend a lot of time thinking and discussing, but in the case of accessibility, those affected must be first on the list to consult. It’s important to keep this at the forefront of our minds even more when it comes to young people, who are often overlooked for their opinions. With STEAM still…
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Sometimes it’s easier to imagine and create if we can relate to something we know. That’s what’s really interesting about this take on augmented reality. It’s the idea that we might be able to better engage when the technology joins us in our world, rather than placing us somewhere new and unfamiliar. Virtual reality seems…
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Indian website YourStory celebrates entrepreneurs and change-makers. Its PhotoSparks feature showcases artwork championing the spirit of innovation and creativity. We’ve picked this example because the art has a very niche subject. Through this, and the artist’s dedication to being driven by passion, we see the importance of not following rules or trends when it comes…
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Whether or not you believe in luck, Christmas is the perfect time to explore how STEM could give magic a helping hand. Michael Faraday started the Royal Institution Christmas lectures in 1825, and today they’re the UK’s flagship science series, broadcast on the BBC. In this year’s series, Dr Hannah Fry, Professor of Mathematics at…
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Today’s article comes from Wabisabi Learning, a foundation dedicated to bringing innovation to learning. It’s obviously a cause we support here at iOi. This article in particular is about bringing imagination, our inspiration, to learning. We love the concept of the imagination and knowledge cycle; it’s not about acquiring knowledge, but through unlocking doors to…
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This week we’re excited to bring you an article from Rachael Bull, Programme Manager, Arts & Culture Programmes and Investments at Nesta. It’s an innovation foundation that works collaboratively, through experimentation labs and crowdfunding, to find solutions to the big problems facing society. Here she presents Alterrnaratives, an exploration of new forms of storytelling in…
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Today on Imagination Matters, we’re sharing an article from Gareth Binns, Chief Executive of the Institute of Imagination, in response to The Arts for Every Child, the latest briefing paper from the Cultural Learning Alliance. It argues that arts education is not only essential to young people’s development as individuals, but the future of a…
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Composer, lyricist, rapper, singer, actor, playwright and producer Lin-Manuel Miranda is more than just a ‘multi-hyphenate’, he’s truly all of those things in their own right. He’s best known for creating and starring in smash-hit Broadway musicals Hamilton and In the Heights. It’s fantastic to get an insight into the role imagination plays in his…
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Today we’re taking a look at philosophy and professor Tom McLeish‘s new book on science and creativity. We often espouse the benefits and importance, as Tom does, of imagination in learning and scientific discovery. However, what he does here too is argue for the study of science as integral to all learning. It’s easy to…
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This chapter from Larry G Maguire‘s The Artist’s Manifesto is an interesting exploration of a potentially binding concept we take for granted. In making our creativity timeless, we make room for new methods of expression, other points of view and openness of thinking. It can even free us from other common restrictions such as prescribed…
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