The Power of Play: Learning to Boost Engagement

S26-04178 THE POWER OF PLAY: LEARNING TO BOOST ENGAGEMENT

Deb Fitzpatrick — noelanddebfitz@gmail.com

3 Credits—Inservice— June 24 — August 15

This course invites educators to rediscover the classroom as a vibrant space where play and learning converge. By exploring the psychological and developmental underpinnings of play, teachers will be equipped with innovative strategies to spark curiosity, creativity and collaboration among their students. Integrating theory with hands-on applications, the course guides you in creating dynamic lesson plans, designing flexible spaces, an using both traditional and digital tools to cultivate an environment where learning is joyful and meaningful. Participants will leave with a toolbox of practical techniques to boost student engagement, foster emotional resilience and promote lifelong learning through the power of play. There will be two Optional Google Meets in June and July offered to support participant discussion, questions, and real-time collaboration.