Playful Learning in Secondary Classrooms: Why Serious Learning Needs a Little Play
Playful learning is an instructional approach that blends play, curiosity, experimentation, and joy with clear academic goals. In secondary classrooms, playful learning doesn’t mean chaos or “just games.” It means intentionally designing learning experiences where students explore ideas, test hypotheses, take creative risks, and actively construct meaning. At its core, playful learning combines: Clear learning…