Fostering creativity, advanced technology, and personal growth: The impact of a magic-themed learning experience in primary education
This research explores the effects of a magic-themed, project-based learning approach on creativity, digital skills, personal growth, and emotional intelligence among 63 primary school students at Escola Sant Jordi. Students aged 8-10 participated in a series of activities where they created digita...
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This research explores the effects of a magic-themed, project-based learning approach on creativity, digital skills, personal growth, and emotional intelligence among 63 primary school students at Escola Sant Jordi. Students aged 8-10 participated in a series of activities where they created digital spells, virtual worlds, and interactive objects using tools like CoSpaces, Tinkercad, and micro:bit, integrating augmented reality and 3D printing. With a focus on incorporating technology into the learning process, the study investigates how imaginative themes can foster student engagement and development in these key areas.
Pre-test and post-test surveys, along with observational data, were used to assess improvements. The results revealed significant gains in creativity, technological confidence, use of English as a second language, self-awareness, and empathy. Students also showed greater excitement and engagement with the project, and a stronger willingness to share ideas with their peers.
The findings demonstrate that project-based learning, when combined with technology and creativity, can support holistic development. This approach not only builds technical skills but also fosters emotional growth, collaboration, and self-expression, empowering students to explore their strengths and passions. Future studies could further explore how such learning experiences impact other areas of students’ academic and personal development.
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| spelling | doaj-art-ac85d0b6ee784bc996df9fedf3b367312025-08-20T03:52:16ZcatInstitut d'Estudis CatalansRevista Catalana de Pedagogia2013-95942025-05-0127Fostering creativity, advanced technology, and personal growth: The impact of a magic-themed learning experience in primary educationElena Vercher Ribis0Universitat Rovira i Virgil This research explores the effects of a magic-themed, project-based learning approach on creativity, digital skills, personal growth, and emotional intelligence among 63 primary school students at Escola Sant Jordi. Students aged 8-10 participated in a series of activities where they created digital spells, virtual worlds, and interactive objects using tools like CoSpaces, Tinkercad, and micro:bit, integrating augmented reality and 3D printing. With a focus on incorporating technology into the learning process, the study investigates how imaginative themes can foster student engagement and development in these key areas. Pre-test and post-test surveys, along with observational data, were used to assess improvements. The results revealed significant gains in creativity, technological confidence, use of English as a second language, self-awareness, and empathy. Students also showed greater excitement and engagement with the project, and a stronger willingness to share ideas with their peers. The findings demonstrate that project-based learning, when combined with technology and creativity, can support holistic development. This approach not only builds technical skills but also fosters emotional growth, collaboration, and self-expression, empowering students to explore their strengths and passions. Future studies could further explore how such learning experiences impact other areas of students’ academic and personal development. https://revistes.iec.cat/index.php/RCP/article/view/1541353D designcomputational thinkingcreativitydigital competencesemotional intelligenceEnglish as a second language |
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| title | Fostering creativity, advanced technology, and personal growth: The impact of a magic-themed learning experience in primary education |
| title_full | Fostering creativity, advanced technology, and personal growth: The impact of a magic-themed learning experience in primary education |
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| title_short | Fostering creativity, advanced technology, and personal growth: The impact of a magic-themed learning experience in primary education |
| title_sort | fostering creativity advanced technology and personal growth the impact of a magic themed learning experience in primary education |
| topic | 3D design computational thinking creativity digital competences emotional intelligence English as a second language |
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