Description
Book SynopsisLudic Pedagogy: A Seriously Fun Way to Teach and Learn outlines why and how having fun and positive experiences in college and university classes (and not just at social events or parties) leads to increased student success in face-to-face, hybrid, hyflex, or online environments. It provides readers with the Ludic Pedagogy model, together with how instructors can employ the elements of the model play, playfulness, and positivity in the courses that they teach.
This book is grounded in empirical research so that readers can appreciate why each element of the Ludic Pedagogy model contributes to increased learning and student wellbeing. It also offers examples, practical advice, and guidance on how faculty can employ activities and attitudes so that students have more memorable, meaningful, and valuable educational experiences in college/university. In order to win over the elbow-patched-blazer-wearing professoriate, we specifically address why the ludic mindset, and having fun
Trade Review
This book is a 'seriously fun' way to learn about making learning fun for students. It's filled with useful case studies, ideas, and examples. Even the footnotes are fun!"
-- Karen Schrier, Associate Professor & Director, Games & Emerging Media program, Marist College
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Chapter 1 – Fun
Chapter 2 – Play
Chapter 3 – Playfulness
Chapter 4 – Positivity
Chapter 5 – Fun & Wellness
Chapter 6 – Implementation & Impacts
Conclusion
References
Appendix
