Implementation of “Rethink Art Creation with Artificial Intelligence” (SOI-HR-447)
Context
This learning scenario was used with students already familiar with Europeana as a source of knowledge. The implementation took six 45-minute lessons as I adapted the information provided in the original scenario for the Croatian National curriculum for Primary school as it is manageable to fit in with the 7th graders during Computer Science classes. I had to prepare detailed instructions for student activity.
Introduction
As the warm-up, I presented the Europeana Homepage and reminded students of Creative Commons licenses. After that, I presented the students with tasks, and the students got instructions.
Students first study Vincent van Gogh’s work, focusing on his techniques of impressionism. Understanding van Gogh’s craft of painting is important for Using AI tools to create works inspired by van Gogh’s paintings. The teacher, also introduces the concept of Generative AI, explaining how algorithms can learn patterns, styles, and techniques from existing data and create new content based on these learned parameters. Students also learned about generative AI using MS Copilot. Each student chose one Vincent van Gogh painting they found in Europeana.
As part of the hands-on experience, students used different AI tools to create their paintings inspired by a selected Van Gogh painting.
After that students had to present their AI recreations of the selected Van Gogh painting create a photo with the original painting and publish their works in Padlets’ exhibition. Students also shared their work with the teacher on Class Note at the end.
Students are encouraged to contemplate the artwork created by AI: Can it be compared to the depth of a human artist’s work? How does it impact our perception of creativity and originality? What are the potential implications of these technologies on future art generation and preservation? For the end -self- and peer-evaluation.
Final thoughts
For this scenario, I planned a 6×45’ lesson and that was sufficient time for implementing it. The aims of the lesson have been fulfilled, the students have used Europeana and different Generative AI tools. They have improved their digital skills, critical thinking and online research abilities, and language competencies. Finally, my students enjoyed the lesson, and they could give their feedback using the Reflect App. Also, students received grades for their work.
Results
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Rethink Art Creation with Artificial Intelligence created by Marco Neves.
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Outcomes
Students explored the world of digital cultural heritage through the lens of generative AI, using the works of renowned painter Vincent van Gogh as a foundation. By understanding the techniques and principles behind van Gogh’s art, students were guided to utilize artificial intelligence tools to generate new interpretations of his masterpieces. This interdisciplinary approach allows students to engage with the concepts of digital cultural preservation while simultaneously fostering creativity, critical thinking, technological literacy, and an appreciation for art history.
Students :
– collaborated to create a digital art exhibition showcasing their AI-generated interpretations of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings.
– got to know the generative AI tools
– gain a basic understanding of generative AI technology and its application in the field of art.
– develop their digital and language skills
– develop their creativity
– develop their critical thinking
– understand the role of digital cultural heritage and the Europeana initiative in preserving and promoting the history of art.
CC BY-SA 4.0: the featured image used to illustrate this article has been found on Europeana and has been provided by the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere.