In this conversation, Dr. Rita Maria Hernandez and Carmen discuss the importance of play-based learning and how it can be incorporated into education from preschool to adulthood. They emphasize the need for autonomy, exploration, collaboration, and hands-on activities in learning. They also highlight the role of games, simulations, and technology in creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences. The TAC framework is introduced as a guide for lesson planning, which includes starting with a game to set the stage for learning. They stress the importance of asking open-ended questions and fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need to create a joyful and immersive learning environment for students. Takeaways Play-based learning is important from preschool to adulthood, fostering autonomy, exploration, collaboration, and hands-on activities. Games, simulations, and technology can enhance learning experiences and engage students. The TAC framework (Thinking, Activity, Create) can guide lesson planning, starting with a game to set the stage for learning. Open-ended questions and critical thinking promote deeper learning and problem-solving skills. Creating a joyful and immersive learning environment is essential for student engagement and success. play-based learning, autonomy, exploration, collaboration, hands-on activities, games, simulations, technology, TAC framework, open-ended questions, critical thinking, problem-solving, immersive learning environment Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:26 The Importance of Play-Based Learning from Preschool to Adulthood 07:20 Engaging Students with Games, Simulations, and Technology 14:13 Using the TAC Framework for Effective Lesson Planning 26:07 Creating a Joyful and Immersive Learning Environment
