Developing Student Creativity with Technology
Developing Student Creativity with Technology
With the rise of AI that can create foolproof writing and pictures based on an infinite number of prompts, educators may be wondering what the future of technology-power creativity looks like – especially in the hands of their students. But even beyond the world of AI, today’s tech tools can unlock and channel student creativity like never before. Like a digital paint brush, all it takes is the right tool in the right student’s hands.
This microcredential experience will help educators discover new strategies for teaching students how to engage in creative learning expression through the use of a variety of technology tools. Participants will review and discuss recent research on the topic, develop and teach a lesson featuring technology-supported expression of creativity, and critique one another’s work and performance. Finally, participants will reflect on their learning throughout this microcredential, focusing on how their practice has changed and how student learning has improved or will improve as a result.
Educators who successfully complete this microcredential will:
- Survey and discuss recent research about the teaching of creativity in the classroom (Synchronous and Asynchronous)
- Explore ways that technology can support student creativity (Synchronous and Asynchronous)
- Create, deliver, and critique one or more lessons that build student creativity supported by technology (Asynchronous)
- Reflect upon and summarize how their work in this microcredential will improve their practice and their students’ learning (Asynchronous)
This course is part of a larger microcredential stack, Teaching the 4Cs with Technology. Individuals can take part in individual courses or complete all four to earn a special badge and an ISBE-approved certification for their Professional Educator’s License (PEL). More information on the full stack is available at https://www.ltcillinois.org/courses/4cs/
Cost: $50
Course Period: March 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023 (Registration closes March 1, 2023)
Matt designs, develops, and evaluates the LTC’s digital professional learning, including working with subject matter experts to create learning objectives, conducting needs assessments, and delivering interactive online PD opportunities.