‘Dara Abimbade and Hansen Wetsel of Clemson Online are leading a new Creative Inquiry course this spring with the guiding question, “How can we use vibe coding to create educational tools that reflect the emotional and pedagogical values we want in the classroom?” It starts January 7, 2026. Here are the details!
Design Emotionally Intelligent Learning Tools with AI (No Coding Required!)
Have an idea for a learning app but no coding experience? This project shows you how to bring your ideas to life using AI-powered “vibe coding.”
In Vibe Coding for Education, students design emotionally intelligent educational tools such as games, chatbots, journals, storytelling apps, or check-in tools using prompts and AI Agents. Instead of writing code, you focus on the vibe: the emotions and values you want learners to feel, such as joy, empathy, curiosity, safety, or resilience.
This project is ideal for students interested in teaching, learning, design, or technology, especially those who do not see themselves as “technical.” You will learn how educators can become co-creators of AI tools, rather than just users, ensuring that technology supports ethical, inclusive, and emotionally meaningful learning experiences.
What You Will Do
- Learn the basics of vibe coding: a new, no-code way to build apps with AI
- Design an educational tool based on emotional and pedagogical goals
- Collaborate in teams to research, prompt, prototype, and test ideas
- Explore ethical issues like bias, accessibility, and responsible AI use
- Create a functional prototype or polished mockup to showcase your work
What You Will Gain
- AI literacy and hands-on experience with emerging AI tools
- Skills in emotional design, ethical reflection, and creative problem-solving
- A portfolio-ready project you can share with schools, conferences, or employers
- Confidence as a future educator or learning designer in an AI-shaped world
No coding experience required, just curiosity, creativity, and a desire to design learning experiences that truly care about how people feel.
Register for Vibe Coding for Edu with AI through iROAR, coded as Section 022 of INNO 2990, INNO 3990, or INNO 4990. If you have questions or would like further information, contact ‘dara Abimbade.
Upcoming Events
Canvas Jumpstart Series
Monday and Tuesday, January 5-6th
Want to get ready for the Spring semester in a snap? Join us for our annual Canvas Jumpstart Series! We offer virtual workshop sessions covering how to build content, use grading rubrics, create a welcoming digital environment, and more!
See times and session titles at our registration link.
Quick Hits: Introduction to Simple Syllabus
Thursday, January 8th, 3-4 PM
Join this session to learn about utilizing Simple Syllabus! This training will demonstrate how to use the Simple Syllabus tool to build and publish an effective syllabus for your course. The training will also cover integrating Simple Syllabus with Canvas and the benefits of using this tool in your course. When registering, please include any questions you have about this training topic.
Facilitated by Gray Jackson, Sr. Learning Tech Specialist.
Clemson Online Spring 2026 Events Calendar
Review our Spring 2026 Events Calendar to see what Online Instruction Development opportunities await!
We have a robust lineup of topics and live training formats to support your use of Canvas and other e-learning tools. Topics cover demonstrations of using Kaltura, engaging your students, and workshops to get your Canvas site ready to teach!
All of our live training is recorded. Registrants will automatically receive a link to that day’s video after it has been processed.
Contact Millie Tullis with any questions regarding these sessions.
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