Dear Colleagues,

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the entire educational landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for personalized and efficient learning (Tahiru, 2021; Wang & Xue, 2024; Zhai et al., 2021) In every educational field, from STEM to humanities, AI-powered tools provide tailored educational experiences that cater to the unique needs of each student (Chassignol et al., 2018; Maghsudi et al., 2021; Wang & Wang, 2024). These technologies analyze vast amounts of data to identify learning patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement, enabling educators to offer more targeted and effective instruction (Cope et al., 2021; Kim et al., 2022). AI also supports teachers by automating administrative tasks, allowing them to focus more on student interaction and personalized teaching (Gao et al., 2024; Kim et al., 2020; Kim, 2023). Moreover, AI facilitates the creation of immersive and interactive learning environments through virtual and augmented reality, gamification, and adaptive learning platforms, making education more engaging and accessible (Schiff, 2021). By leveraging AI, education can become more inclusive, offering customized support to learners with diverse needs and backgrounds, thereby enhancing overall educational outcomes and preparing students for the demands of the future workforce (Kuleto et al., 2021; Wu et al., 2024; Zhi et al., 2023).

Positive psychology, which focuses on the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive, plays a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of AI in education (Dai & Wang, 2024; Gado et al., 2022; Wang et al., 2021). Positive psychology principles, such as fostering a growth mindset, resilience, and intrinsic motivation, can greatly influence how students and teachers interact with AI tools (Sundar, 2020; Yaden et al., 2018). When students and teachers approach AI-assisted education with a positive attitude and high self-efficacy, they are more likely to engage deeply with the material, persist through challenges, and achieve better outcomes (Jansen et al., 2015; Perera & John, 2020). By integrating positive psychology strategies, educators can create a supportive learning environment that not only improves proficiency in various subjects but also boosts the overall well-being and motivation of both students and teachers (Reeve, 2013; Waters, 2011). Thus, the synergy between AI and positive psychology can lead to more effective and enjoyable educational experiences across all fields.

Potential topics include but are not limited to the following:

The Role of AI in Enhancing Student Engagement and Motivation in STEM Education through Positive Psychology

The Impact of AI on Teacher Well-being and Efficiency: A Positive Psychology Perspective

Leveraging AI to Create Inclusive Classrooms: The Benefits of Positive Psychology for Diverse Learners

Positive Psychology and AI: Enhancing Creativity and Innovation in Arts Education

Enhancing Vocational Training with AI: Building Resilience and Intrinsic Motivation through Positive Psychology

AI in Special Education: Positive Psychology Strategies for Personalized Support and Inclusion

Transforming Professional Development for Teachers with AI and Positive Psychology Principles

Using AI to Support Mental Health and Well-being in Schools: A Positive Psychology Approach

Positive Psychology and AI: Creating Supportive Learning Environments in Remote and Hybrid Education

AI-Driven Personalized Learning: Promoting Intrinsic Motivation and Well-Being in K-12 Education

Leveraging AI to Foster a Growth Mindset in Higher Education Students

The Synergy of AI and Positive Psychology in Enhancing Teacher Effectiveness and Satisfaction

AI-Powered Gamification in Education: Boosting Student Engagement and Emotional Well-Being

Integrating Positive Psychology with AI to Support Teacher Professional Development

AI Tools in Education: Fostering Creativity and a Growth Mindset in Arts and Music Education

Adaptive Learning Platforms: Enhancing Student Self-Regulation and Well-Being through AI and Positive Psychology

Teacher-Student Interactions in AI-Assisted Classrooms: The Role of Positive Psychology in Enhancing Relationships

Future Workforce Readiness: Integrating AI and Positive Psychology to Prepare Students for Career Success

We welcome a diversity of articles, such as conceptual and empirical articles, reviews, critical comments, and meta-analyses, for submission to this Special Issue. We will accept manuscripts from different disciplines, addressing topics related to the scope.

 

Dr. Yunsong Wang

Dr. Xiaochen Wang

Prof. Yang Gao

Prof. Yongliang Wang

Guest Editors

Positive psychology, AI; Engagement; Boredom; Enjoyment; Flow; Anxiety; Mindfulness; Resilience; Subjective well-being; Psychological well-being; Self-efficacy; Burnout; Teacher support; Motivation; Rapport; Grit;