Teachers and Administrators Need to Play Too!
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Discover why educators need play too! Explore 10 research-based playful learning experiences that build relationships and support life-work balance.
Description
We are all aware of the importance of play in the healthy development of children, but we may not realize that teachers and administrators can also benefit from play. Play may be the work of young children, but it can also be a way for educators to develop positive relationships with their students and colleagues. Join Naomi Harm, a Genius of Play Ambassador, as she shares ten research-based learning experiences to reinforce the how and why for using free play and why it is essential for the life-work balance of students and educators. Participants will also have an opportunity to design their own playful learning activities that they can immediately use in their schools and classrooms.
Objectives
- Explore ten research-based playful learning experiences to discover the how and why to prioritize play in your classroom and model the essential life-work balance curriculum for children and educators.
Naomi Louise
Naomi Louise, CEO of Innovative Educator Consulting, empowers K-12 educators with tech-integrated professional learning. A global keynote speaker and EdTech influencer, she designs UDL-based programs aligned with ISTE and ASCD standards, preparing educators & Gen Alpha/Beta students for the future.
Specializes In: STEM Innovation Specialist
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