LDT 110NMaking with Art and Learning Technologies

3 credits · Learning Design and Technology · Penn State

This course surveys the intersection of art and technology for making in regard to content creation for learning. Topics covered include maker spaces, DIY communities, online content creation as well as creativity, art, STEM, coding and engineering, and equity and inclusion. Examples include how people learn through creative computing, user-created art content, and livestreaming of making activities. Students will explore academic literature, popular news articles, and other media content. Activities include coding, creativity, crafting, and teaching peers. No programming or prior experience with digital or physical maker toolkits is required. Course materials are designed to be accessible to all levels. The course offers an important introduction to the area of Learning, Design, and Technology, but it is otherwise not related to specific programs of study. It contributes to the General Education requirements for undergraduates.