EPISODE twelve
Episode 12: The importance of play
Conversations with educational leaders in professional learning to spark curiosity.
THE LEARNING LOUNGE
This conversation between Rachel French and Dr. Jo Fahey focuses on the significant impact the global pandemic has had on children's development and play. Dr. Fahey highlights research indicating an alarming rise in the number of children requiring extra support in schools, as well as key developmental skills that have been affected. The disruption of play during the pandemic has resulted in children missing opportunities to develop critical social, emotional, and cognitive skills that are often cultivated through play-based learning.
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Early Years Educators
WHO IT’S FOR:
Dr. Jo Fahey
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Explore the latest research into the benefits of play and the powerful implications it can have in your own learning environment, with insights from leading educators across the globe.
The Power of Play: International Conversations
Episode 11: Leading Change - A schoolwide approach
Conversations with educational leaders in professional learning to spark curiosity.
THE LEARNING LOUNGE
In this episode, Rachel French, Manju Nair, Melissa Graham, and Eugene Low delve into school leadership and their strategic implementation of a Concept-Based Inquiry approach. Together, they explore the significant shifts in their schools that have created more rigor and intent in curriculum design and student understanding.