The Alaska Humanities Forum will continue its series of First Friday art openings from 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, May 4 with “Habits of Mind,” a collection of masks and hand sculptures created by students in the IGNITE gifted program at Denali Montessori School.
“Habits of Mind” features 75 vibrantly colored and embellished pieces reflecting upon 16 essential characteristics for success in problem solving and facing challenges.
The habits of mind concept was developed by Arthur Costa, the former Director of Educational Programs for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and by education consultant Bena Kallick, a specialist in group dynamics, creative and critical thinking and alternative assessment strategies for the classroom.
“Habits of Mind” will be on display at the Alaska Humanities Forum offices until May 29.
The 16 Habits of Mind are:
Persisting
Managing impulsivity
Listening with understanding and empathy
Thinking flexibly
Thinking about thinking (Metacognition)
Striving for accuracy
Questioning and posing problems
Applying past knowledge to new situations
Thinking and communicating with clarity and precision
Gathering data through all senses
Creating, Imagining, and Innovating
Responding with wonderment and awe
Taking responsible risks
Finding humor
Thinking interdependently
Remaining opening to continuous learning
Responding with wonderment and awe
