International Conference
Oct. 9, 10, and 11, Centro Botín, Santander (Spain)
The Fundación Botín and the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence hold the first “International Conference on Creativity, Emotions, and the Arts” at the Centro Botín of Santander.
Creatively and by means of a diverse group of respected international experts in each of these areas, we will exchange knowledge, progress, research, uncertainties and experiences and study in depth the connection between these three concepts and how the arts can help us develop our creativity and overcame daily challenges, improve our personal well-being and generate social and economic wealth.
Throughout the three days of the Conference, the attendees will participate in talks, presentations and workshops delivered by educational experts and artists who work alongside the Centro Botín and experience various approaches to develop creativity through the arts.
The topics that are going to be addressed are the following:
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The healing power of arts.
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Art that moves: How can aesthetic experiences enhance your creativity?
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Turning boxes into rocket ships: Play and creativity in childhood and adolescence.
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Taking creativity to work: Emotion and creativity in the workplace.
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Emotions matter: What is the role of emotions in the creative process?
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How can engagement in the arts affect our emotional lives?
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Crafting the future: The role of creativity in economical, societal and cultural growth.
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Program evaluation and impact of teaching through the arts.
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The future of art centers: developing creativity through the arts.