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research is crucial, encouraging computer scientists to design algorithms that support multimodal learn-
ing, leveraging machine learning for personalized feedback based on student behaviour and goals (
Chen,
I. C., Bradford, L., and Schneider, B., 2022; Vivitsou, M., 2022).
Art education holds a vital position within higher education due to its specialized knowledge de-
mands. Traditional teaching methods often face challenges in effectively conveying complex concepts,
highlighting the necessity for AI to improve the art instruction process (Kong, F., 2020). The application
of generative AI in art has been referred to as “neural media praxis,” which questions conventional ideas
of artistic intent and reshapes human perceptions regarding creation and interpretation (Choi, DiPaola,
and Töyrylä, 2021). Neural art introduces an element of ambiguity, merging algorithmic precision with the
subjective interactions between artists and technology, thereby transforming the creative process into a
curated exchange. This evolution in art, described as “an art of otherness,” signifies a change in the rela-
tionship between the artist and the artefact (Choi, DiPaola, and Töyrylä, 2021).
Advocates for integrating digital technologies into art education highlight the enduring relationship
between art and technology, emphasizing how each has influenced the other to evolve in new ways. Over
recent decades, the conversation within art education has increasingly focused on interdisciplinarity as a
strategy to promote innovative teaching methods (Ryoo, A. 2014).
However, the Digital Age has prioritized advancements such as faster processing speeds and in-
creased memory capacities, often at the expense of this symbiotic relationship between the arts.
Another important aspect of applying digital technology in art education is that, within a context where
artistic principles enhance new media, it is the responsibility of art educators to incorporate artistic elements
into their teaching designs thoughtfully. Relying on information and communication technology (ICT) alone,
where these artistic aspects may be overlooked, would mean neglecting effective educational practices.
Furthermore, portraying ICT as a universal solution ignores the fact that technology rapidly becomes outdat-
ed and is quickly replaced by newer innovations. This fast pace of obsolescence tends to have minimal im-
pact on social and personal transformations, except perhaps to underline and exacerbate the digital divide.
These innovations aim to harness the strengths of AI while integrating human cognitive abilities,
promoting a synergistic relationship between humans and computers in educational settings. This ap-
proach aligns with Douglas Engelbart’s vision of “co-evolving” human-computer intelligent systems, envi-
sioning a future where AI not only complements but also enhances human learning and interaction within
educational environments (Bardini, T., 2000).
Recent advancements in AI have led to a variety of educational services, as summarized by the
UNESCO Resource Guide on Artificial Intelligence (United Nations, 2021). These include:
• Natural Language Processing (NLP): This involves using AI to interpret and generate texts, which aids
in semantic analysis, translations, and personalized learning experiences.
• Speech Recognition: Applies NLP to spoken words, enabling features like AI personal assistants in
smartphones and games, intelligent tutoring systems, and conversational bots in learning platforms.
• Image Recognition and Processing: Uses AI for tasks like facial recognition in classroom settings,
handwriting and text analysis to detect plagiarism, and image manipulation to recognize deepfakes. It
also includes autonomous scoring and grading.
• Autonomous Agents: Employs AI in creating virtual avatars in games, software bots, and smart robots
in virtual learning environments.
• Affect Detection: Analyzes sentiments in texts, behaviours, and facial expressions using AI.
• Data Mining Algorithms: Utilized for predictive learning diagnoses, progress forecasting, socio-emo-
tional well-being analysis, financial predictions, and fraud detection.
• Artificial Creativity: Generates new forms of creative outputs, such as photographs, music, artwork,
and stories using AI.
Over the past decade, these technologies have significantly transformed education, as highlighted
by a multisector expert group convened by Digital Promise (
Niemi, H., Pea, R. D., and Lu, Y. 2023). This
group envisioned how AI could shape future educational practices.
In a related context, Yao, Yang, Lin, Lee, and Zhu proposed an image-to-text (I2T) framework that
generates textual descriptions of visual content. This framework operates by parsing images, converting
results into semantic representations, and generating human-readable text reports, utilizing vocabularies