Description

In this engaging conversation, Lisa Cherivtch hosts Martin Koeners and Adam Lusby from the University of Exeter, who discuss the transformative power of play in education by using the art and science of design, play, and story to enable innovation. They explore how playful pedagogy fosters creativity, community, and social connections, while also addressing the challenges of integrating play into serious disciplines like medicine and business. The discussion highlights the importance of storytelling in learning, as well as the upcoming events, Playposium and InnoPlay Studio, aimed at furthering the conversation around play in education. 
Innoplay: www.innoplay.co.uk
Professor Passport: www.professorpassport.com
 
Takeaways:

• Teaching is not just the transfer of knowledge, but involves deeper engagement.
• Play is a fundamental aspect of human experience and learning.
• Community involvement is crucial to the success of educational initiatives.
• Play can lower the stakes in high-pressure learning environments.
• Storytelling enhances the learning experience and fosters connection.
• Play is an antidote to loneliness and social disconnection.
• Everyone has their own unique way of expressing play.
• Curiosity drives creativity and innovation in education.
• Playful pedagogy can be applied across various disciplines, including medicine and business.
• The upcoming Playposium and InnoPlay Studio events aim to further explore the role of play in education.