Creative Provocations Speculations On The Future Of Creativity Technology Learning

This book explores the complex, yet critical, relationship between technology and creativity, specifically in educational contexts. Creativity is important for success in today’s rapidly changing, radically contingent and hyperconnected world. This is even more relevant in the context of teaching and learning—where the psychological, sociological and cultural aspects of human learning confront the challenges of a rapidly changing, technologically saturated world. Written by some of the foremost thinkers and researchers in the area of creativity and/or technology, the chapters in this volume examine the impact of recent and future technologies on creativity, teaching and learning. Individually and collectively, they help us develop an understanding of this nexus of creativity and technology for education. They offer new perspectives on this rapidly evolving future—exploring issues, paradoxes, tensions, and points of interest for creativity and technology. They position these issues in ways that consider implications for thinking, learning, teaching, and education in general.

Innovative and creative teaching methods tailored to meet the demands of the current era of Industrial Revolution 4.0 are becoming increasingly prevalent in higher education institutions. Educators must cultivate and implement these strategies in their classrooms to incorporate the essential skills of Education 4.0 and digitalization in education. This book aims to explore and showcase various aspects of innovative pedagogies for Higher Education 4.0, drawing from best practices worldwide to provide a comprehensive understanding of this evolving field. Innovative Pedagogical Practices for Higher Education 4.0 highlights the cutting‐edge technologies essential for Education 4.0 and equips educators with the skills required for 21st‐century teaching. Through international case studies, this book explores the integration of educational technology, illuminating the obstacles encountered by educational institutions aiming to embrace Education 4.0 in higher education settings. Furthermore, it presents inventive tools and strategies for harnessing technology in teaching, offering a new outlook on innovative pedagogies. This book meets the need for solutions that tackle the challenges of Education 4.0 and demonstrates how these challenges can be overcome through innovative pedagogies for student learning in higher education institutions. It is a valuable resource for educators, specialists, academic institutions, and policymakers seeking practical solutions in the ever‐evolving landscape of education.

The Handbook of Creativity Assessment provides a holistic overview of the current theories and methods used to evaluate creativity. Setting out clear guidance for the effective assessment of both creative potential and creative performance, it paints a comprehensive picture of the beneficial nature of measuring creativity accurately, however it is expressed.

The Handbook of Research on Innovative Frameworks and Inclusive Models for Online Learning is edited by Jared Keengwe, an experienced professor in Curriculum Design and Instruction. This comprehensive reference guide offers academic scholars a collection of diverse frameworks from empirical studies, literature reviews, and case studies related to inclusive models for online learning. Covering a wide range of topics, including pedagogical adaptations to online learning, innovative pedagogical theories, inclusive teaching and learning, and best practices in online course design, the handbook provides practical insights to achieve effective pedagogical outcomes grounded on sound theoretical frameworks. Whether you are an online educator, instructional designer, teacher educator, librarian, student, online learning researcher, or educational manager, this handbook can serve as a valuable resource to guide your research, design, and practice in online learning. The Handbook of Research on Innovative Frameworks and Inclusive Models for Online Learning is a must-read for academic scholars who want to stay updated on the latest research, theories, and models for effective online education.

Educating for possible futures requires viewing uncertainty as an opportunity for taking creative action in the here-and-now. This book is written for educators, researchers, parents, and anyone who wants to learn how to support young people in becoming the creative authors of their own lives.

Many educators in the realm of higher education face the critical challenge of fostering creativity in students using traditional teaching methods. In today's rapidly evolving world, these methods have become inadequate to nurture the innovative thinking demanded by modern society. Impacts of Generative AI on Creativity in Higher Education reveals a solution in the integration of generative AI into higher education. To revolutionize how we nurture and harness student creativity, the book explores the intersection of creativity, generative AI, and higher education with a fresh perspective and practical guidance for educators and institutions. It delves into the fundamental concepts of generative AI and its potential applications, providing educators with the tools to create more engaging and innovative learning environments.

Digital content and learning technologies are now the norm at all levels of education. However, there is evidence to suggest that this digital shift is on a spectrum and the spectrum impacts learners in different ways. This means that some instructors who seek to integrate digital content may do so using traditional teaching methods while others use innovative practices to engage learners. Those who integrate innovative digital practices align their instructional practice with theories to facilitate student-centered pedagogies that support and improve the depth and scope of student learning. A primary characteristic of student-centered learning is facilitating collaborative learning using digital content and learning technologies to engage students as well as to enhance meaningful learning. The Handbook of Research on Facilitating Collaborative Learning Through Digital Content and Learning Technologies provides K-20 educators with alternative pedagogical and andragogical models that are innovative and incorporate digital content and learning technologies that promote constructive learning. Further, this book explores the relationship between constructivist learning, digital content, and learning technologies. A primary argument in this book is that constructivist teaching strategies such as collaborative learning coupled with digital content and purposeful learning technologies could benefit student learning in ways that are different from those practiced in traditional, non-digital learning environments. Covering topics such as instructional design, self-efficacy, and library engagement, this major reference work is an essential resource for pre-service teachers, teacher educators, faculty and administrators of K-20 education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

The rise of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) signifies a momentous stride in the evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) within the expansive sphere of Natural Language Processing (NLP). This groundbreaking advancement ripples through numerous facets of our existence, with education, AI literacy, and curriculum enhancement emerging as focal points of transformation. Within the pages of Transforming Education With Generative AI: Prompt Engineering and Synthetic Content Creation, readers embark on a journey into the heart of this transformative phenomenon. Generative AI's influence extends deeply into education, touching the lives of educators, administrators, policymakers, and learners alike. Within the pages of this book, we explore the intricate art of prompt engineering, a skill that shapes the quality of AI-generated educational content. As generative AI becomes increasingly accessible, this comprehensive volume empowers its audience, by providing them with the knowledge needed to navigate and harness the potential of this powerful tool.

All over the world, educational institutions confronted emergency policy changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to this, academic activities were provided mostly by remote teaching and learning solutions. The transition to emergency remote teaching and learning raised some challenges regarding technical, pedagogical, and organizational issues. It is important for higher education institutions to prepare themselves to deal with future emergency scenarios, promoting an in-depth reflection about the future challenges in the post-pandemic era. Developing Curriculum for Emergency Remote Learning Environments supports creating and promoting an education-as-a-business strategy for higher education institutions by sharing possible business models. It provides a collection of different approaches to online education in the perspective of the future of education environments. Covering topics such as distance learning experiences, online practice improvement, and remote testing, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for educators and administrators of higher education, pre-service educators, IT professionals, librarians, researchers, and academicians.