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Jane B. Montero, Eastern Michigan University, United StatesAbstract
In today’s educational landscape, integrating digital design into the art classroom has become an important tool for engaging upper elementary and middle school students. With digital design in the curriculum, students can explore art beyond traditional media and develop essential skills in problem-solving, visual communication, and digital literacy. This paper explores how digital tools such as Google Draw, Canva, and Adobe Express are reshaping the way students approach creativity and artistic expression. These tools not only enhance artistic abilities but promote critical thinking as students manipulate digital elements to create visually compelling art. The interactive nature of digital design captures students’ attention, making art more accessible and engaging for those who might otherwise struggle with conventional materials. Through digital design projects, idea generation using AI tools, and student-created digital portfolios, students experience a deeper connection to their work, fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment. This approach to art education equips students with foundational digital skills and encourages self-expression and innovation, preparing them for a future where technology and creativity are seamlessly integrated.
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Conference: BAMC2025Stream: Education / Pedagogy
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Montero J. (2025) Elevating Creativity: The Rise of Digital Design in Art Education Classrooms ISSN: 2435-9475 – The Barcelona Conference on Arts, Media & Culture 2025: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 167-179) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2435-9475.2025.17
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2435-9475.2025.17
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