How can we ensure that education keeps pace and remains relevant In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed and global challenges seem more daunting than ever?

In a recently published article, Danah Henriksen, Rachel Stern and I propose a framework that brings together sustainability principles and creative teaching methods, showing how AI can be a powerful tool in this blend.

At the heart of our framework is the idea that sustainability isn’t just a topic to be taught but a mindset to be cultivated. By combining this mindset with creative pedagogies, educators can foster environments where students learn to solve problems in innovative, and sustainable ways. AI, particularly generative AI, offers exciting possibilities for personalized learning and engaging students in addressing real-world sustainability issues. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges, including environmental and ethical concerns that must be carefully managed. The goal is to equip teachers with the tools and mindset needed to support creative learning and problem-solving, ensuring that technology serves as an ally in our quest for a better world. Our article navigates these complexities, providing strategic insights for educators to leverage technology responsibly for a sustainable and just future.

Complete reference, and link to the article given below:

Henriksen, D., Mishra, P. & Stern, R. (2024). Creative Learning for Sustainability ?in a World of AI: Action, Mindset, Values. Sustainability. 16,4451. https://doi.org/10.3390/ su16114451

Two key tables from the paper. The first, mapping creative teaching strategies and Bonnett’s sustainability framework and the second extends the mapping to generative AI.