Date of Award
Spring 2025
Document Type
Research Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education (MAED) in Art Education
Department
Art & Design
Instructor
Dr. Ross Schlemmer
Program Advisor
Dr. Christopher M. Strickland
Keywords
art education, art experience, artificial intelligence, artistic process, originality
Abstract/Description
Art plays a vital role in personal expression and social innovation, yet as our students progress through the increasingly digital educational system, their creative confidence often diminishes due to external pressures such as peer comparison, time constraints, and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). As students progressively engage with new technology that can generate creative outputs, it raises questions about the authenticity of their work and the role of human creativity in regards to originality. This study examines how the pressure to be original intersects with creativity and the impact of AI on students' artistic expression. The aim is to understand the impact of AI on students’ creativity, especially in relation to the stress of maintaining originality, and to offer strategies for educators.
Recommended Citation
Mickelsen, Shyanne B., "Exploring the Role of AI and Educators in Shaping Student Creativity" (2025). Art 895 Research Papers. 31.
https://openspaces.unk.edu/art-etd-895/31