019 – “I’m Bored”

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In Episode 19 of the EdTech TV Podcast Brent discusses boredom, how it helps shape us, and how our lack of boredom may reduce creativity and innovation. He also talks about using Canned Responses to save time when using Gmail.

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Let’s Do Something Boring

Brent shares some thoughts on the connection between being bored, creativity & innovation.

Quotes:

“Boredom always precedes a period of great creativity.” – Robert M. Pirsig

“The life of the creative man is lead, directed and controlled by boredom. Avoiding boredom is one of our most important purposes.” – Susan Sontag

“Isn’t history ultimately the result of our fear of boredom?” – Emilie M. Cioran

“Don’t try to ‘fix’ the child’s boredom – rather, let the child find his or her inner resources.” – Julia Cameron

The value of boredom | Genevieve Bell | TEDxSydney

Canned Responses in Gmail

If you haven’t looked at using Canned Responses, consider using them to help you save time and to help students automatically get documents they may have lost.

Check out this post from The Gooru for more information

Non-Tech Rec

If you haven’t had a chance to check them out yet, Future Islands have a great synth-pop sound with a performance art twist.

The live show is said to be outstanding, so if you find yourself with an evening off when Future Islands are in town, make sure to grab your tickets early!

Future Islands – Singles

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