Playful Pedagogy: Transform Learning With Joy

Imagine a classroom where learning is not just educational but also joyful! This course invites you to rethink traditional teaching methods and integrate meaningful play into your lessons. Inspired by research from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, we will explore how play, when aligned with clear learning goals, can enhance both academic and social skills. Suitable for all age groups, playful learning supports curriculum goals while making the educational experience more enjoyable for students. Empower your teaching with the culture of playful learning, and unleash your creativity to craft engaging, imaginative educational experiences that foster both competence and joy.

Sara Rehman is a National Geographic Learning Academic Consultant for Peru. Originally from the U.K., she graduated as a biologist from the University of Manchester before traveling to Peru to participate in ecological fieldwork and project coordination. After obtaining a TESOL certification, she has taught English in Peru for over 10 years in various institutions and universities, as well as specialized courses for English learners and teachers related to the Global Goals and STEAM Education. She has a passion for uniting education and sustainability and believes that through effective, integrated education in a globalized world, we can create impactful initiatives for a better future.