Smart Curriculum Volume 4: Artificial Intelligence, Stories, and Learning Dimension

  • Publication Year: 2026
  • ISBN: 9781834410296
  • Price: $165
  • Publisher: Society Publishing
  • Binding Type: Hardcover

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In a world where classrooms pulse with algorithms and wisdom travels through networks, Smart Curriculum: Artificial Intelligence, Stories, and Learning reimagines education as a living conversation between humanity and its machines. Blending myth, philosophy, and emerging pedagogy, this volume invites readers to explore how artificial intelligence reshapes not only what we learn but how we become conscious of learning itself. Across twenty-two visionary Articles, it journeys from the "Seeker in the Cloud" to "The Teacher Who Will Be Born," transforming ancient questions of knowledge and purpose into narratives for the digital age. Written through a collaboration between human editors and large language models, Smart Curriculum is both a philosophical text and a pedagogical experiment a meditation on how learning, technology, and consciousness interweave in the 21st century. It challenges educators, researchers, and dreamers alike to reconsider the curriculum as more than a system: as a story still being written by the collective mind of humanity. This is not a manual. It is an awakening an invitation to rethink intelligence, intention, and imagination in an age where even knowledge dreams.

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Volkan Duran, PhD

Volkan Duran, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor at Igdir University, Turkiye, where he is also involved in academic administration. He holds two doctoral degrees—one in Curriculum and Instruction and the other in Mathematics. His work brings together educational policy, curriculum design, and the application of artificial intelligence in quantitative research. Over the years, Dr. Duran has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications, led curriculum initiatives, and presented his research at various conferences. His academic efforts aim to bridge theory and practice in contemporary education.

Ferdi Celik, PhD

Ferdi Celik, PhD, is a researcher and educator specializing in English Language Teaching at Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkiye. His research explores how technologies like the metaverse and artificial intelligence can enhance language education. He is affiliated with the Learning and Teaching Innovations Research and Development Group and has played a role in organizing several international academic events. Dr. Celik also acts as a guest editor for respected journals such as the British Educational Research Journal (SSCI, Q1) and Smart Learning Environments (ESCI, Q1).

Mehdi Manoochehrzadeh, PhD

Mehdi Manoochehrzadeh, PhD, is based in Canada, where he directs a well-established English language institute. He also founded an educational center and Zeodale Publication. His doctoral work focused on Teaching English as a Second Language, and he is particularly known for developing puzzle-based instruction—an approach that uses structured problem-solving to teach grammar and promote critical thinking. Dr. Manoochehrzadeh has trained many learners and instructors, given keynote talks, published widely, and served as a peer reviewer for academic journals. His interests include language learning strategies, teacher training, and learner motivation.

Hamed Barjesteh, PhD

Hamed Barjesteh, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Education and Applied Linguistics at Am.C., Islamic Azad University. With over 20 years in teacher education, he has authored books and academic articles and has presented his work at various conferences around the world. In addition to his research, Dr. Barjesteh has held several leadership roles, including department head, dean, and university rector. He has supervised numerous graduate theses and doctoral dissertations. His current research examines themes such as critical pedagogy, language testing, dynamic assessment, and positive psychology in language education.

Shaghayegh Shirzad

Shaghayegh Shirzad is a Dubai-based digital learning innovator at Eiman Narimani Marketing Management Co. L.L.C., specializing in virtual course development, digital content design, and educational technology transformation. As the designer of the Virtual Academy, she pioneers creative and strategic approaches to smart education and digital transformation. With several publications and presentations at international conferences, she bridges the gap between academic insight and practical innovation. Her expertise in designing virtual learning environments and digital book projects reflects her commitment to enhancing modern pedagogy, empowering learners, and redefining education through technology-driven creativity and evidence-based instructional design.