Creativity, design and the approaches to technology
List of Authors
  • Mohd Hafnidzam Adzmi , Zahari Ishak

Keyword
  • Creativity, Design, Technology, Education

Abstract
  • This article aims to discuss the importance of creativity and design in education. The discussion starts with an overview of the Malaysian creative economy to justify the importance of creativity as a precursor to innovation. Afterwards a brief discussion on Dewey and Piaget’s implicit view of creativity and how it is conceptually can be conceived in education. Then, a discussion on design as mode of creative learning followed by the challenges of using technology in design and creative activities. The article ends with suggestions on the approaches to technology while maintaining the virtues of creativity and design.

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