This book is a groundbreaking exploration of how to empower students as innovative creators in an increasingly technology-driven world.

With rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and other technologies reshaping society, this text champions the critical role of creativity in education, explaining how teachers can equip learners with skills for the future workplace and foster their enjoyment of learning through design. Bridging theory and practice, this collaborative work synthesises global research to provide actionable strategies for teachers. From multimedia and game design to augmented reality, robotics, 3D fabrication and more, it offers practical insights into how students can use cutting-edge technologies to design, invent, and solve problems creatively. The constructively sequenced and interconnected chapters feature evidence-based principles and real-world vignettes across all levels of schooling.

Written by a team of academic experts, this open-access resource is a must-read for educators, researchers, and anyone passionate about unlocking the creative potential of the next generation using technology.

About the Author

Matt Bower is a multi-award winning Professor of Education and Technology who is intensely curious about innovative ways technologies can be used to advance student learning outcomes and experiences.

Belinda von Mengersen is an Associate Professor of Design Technologies who is curious about technology's transformative potential to enrich creative, socio-critical, material, and speculative design practices.

Reviews

"This book is not only a roadmap but an invitation-to explore, experiment, and reimagine what is possible with technology for creative education. May it inspire you to embrace a future-forward view on learning and technology-with curiosity, purpose, and a commitment to empowering learners as creators."

Danah Henriksen, Associate Professor of Leadership & Innovation , Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, Arizona State University, USA

Book Information
ISBN 9781032785288
Author Matt Bower
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g