Nurturing Creative, Curious, Caring, Collaborative Learners in the Age of AI
Monday, June 30, 2025 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM · 1 hr. (America/Chicago)
Innovator Talk
Innovative Learning Environments
Information
With the pace of change accelerating and AI causing disruptions, it is more important than ever for children to develop as creative, curious, caring, collaborative learners. Drawing on experiences from our group's work on Scratch and OctoStudio, I will discuss strategies to help children thrive in a fast-changing world.
Outline
10 minutes: presentation of core ideas
5 minutes: peer-to-peer discussions with neighbors
20 minutes: presentation of stories and case studies
10 minutes: device-based activity (tablets/phones)
10 minutes: questions and discussion
5 minutes: final reflections
Supporting research
Book: "Lifelong Kindergarten: Cultivating Creativity through Projects, Passion, Peers, and Play", written by Mitchel Resnick, published by MIT Press
White Paper: "Generative AI and Creative Learning: Concerns, Opportunities, and Choices", published by MIT Press (tinyurl.com/ai-creative-learning)
Video: LEGO Prize 2021 (vimeo.com/629049886)
Attendee Accounts
We recommend installing our OctoStudio app on a mobile phone, tablet, or Chromebook before the session. The OctoStudio app is available for free on the Google Play store and the Apple App Store.
Content Community
ISTELive
Subject Area
Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM)
Grade Level
PK-12
Audience
Curriculum Designer/DirectorSchool Level LeadershipTeacher
Session Delivery
In Person
Sample Schedule
Innovative Learning EnvironmentsTLP Guide
Transformative Learning Principles
Ignite AgencySpark Curiosity
ISTE Standards
Students: Creative Communicator: Create original works or responsibly repurpose or remix digital resources into new creations.Students: Digital Citizen: Demonstrate empathetic, inclusive interactions online and use technology to responsibly contribute to their communities.Students: Innovative Designer: Develop, test and refine prototypes as part of a cyclical design process.
Skill Level
Beginner
Registration Required
No
Attendee Devices
Devices useful
Attendee Device Specification
Smartphone: AndroidSmartphone: iOSTablet: AndroidTablet: iOS
Presenter Type
Featured voices
Spotlight on Solutions
No
Additional Fee
No
