Teaching for Creativity in the Postplagiarism World

Abstract

Historically, creativity has been regarded as a distinctly human trait. However, recent advancements in GenAI challenge this notion, with these technologies now producing outputs that rival, and at times surpass, human creativity. Scholars emphasize that GenAI will redefine how we understand, develop, apply, and teach creativity. As the landscape of GenAI continues to evolve, educators must rethink their approaches to teaching for creativity to equip students with the skills to navigate both the opportunities and challenges posed by these technologies. This presentation will explore key creativity theories, the current state of GenAI development, and its impact on creative processes. Framed within Dr. Eaton’s Postplagiarism Framework, the session emphasizes tenets such as co-creation, creativity, responsibility, and attribution. Participants will learn approaches for teaching for creativity in the age of GenAI, with a focus on ethical considerations, keeping humans in the loop, and leveraging GenAI tools responsibly. The discussion will also address how educators can demystify artificial creativity, highlight the value of human creativity, and position GenAI as a collaborative tool. Through engaging discussions, research insights, and practical examples, attendees will gain actionable strategies to transform creativity education and foster student engagement in an era defined by GenAI. Recommended citation: Ramazanov, F., & Eaton, S. E. (2025, May 15–16). Teaching for Creativity in the Postplagiarism World Adult Centered Education (ACE) Conference 2025, Coquitlam, BC. https://hdl.handle.net/1880/121889