Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
In this episode, Aaron and Jed discuss the importance of play in education and how it can enhance learning experiences. They explore the definition of play and its impact on the brain, emphasizing the need for more playfulness in classrooms. Jed shares practical ideas for incorporating play into teaching and learning, and highlights the power of collaboration and a playful mindset. They also discuss the misconception that play is not rigorous or valuable in education. Overall, the conversation highlights the benefits of play and encourages educators to embrace playfulness in their practice. In this conversation, Jed Dearybury discusses the importance of incorporating play and fun into education. He emphasizes the need for playful interactions in the classroom and highlights the impact of creating a playful culture. Jed envisions a future where learning is fun and stress is reduced in schools. He advocates for the inclusion of play in all levels of education and suggests the addition of playgrounds in middle schools and high schools. Jed also shares the advice of making a mark and encourages people to try new things. He raves about his doodles and stickers, which bring him joy and creativity.
Takeaways
Play is not just for young children, but a natural and necessary part of learning for people of all ages.
Playful learning experiences engage the brain and help information stick, making learning more effective and enjoyable.
Play can be rigorous and challenging, but it should not be rigid or boring. It can foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Integrating play into education requires a shift in mindset and a willingness to embrace a playful approach to teaching and learning.
Start small and look for opportunities to infuse play into daily classroom activities, gradually building a culture of playfulness.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement
00:55 Jed's Background and Work
03:41 The Importance of Play
06:33 Defining Play and Its Impact on Learning
11:13 The Need for Play in Education
17:00 The Power of Playful Learning Experiences
20:06 Making Playful Learning Accessible
23:21 The Connection Between Play and Innovation
25:23 The Misconception of Play in Education
29:43 Dabbling in Playful Learning
35:10 Play as a Behavior and a Mindset
36:29 Starting Small with Playful Learning
37:10 Creating Playful Interactions in Education
38:12 The Desire to Make Learning Fun
39:12 The Role of Play in the Education System
41:00 Bringing Fun and Playfulness into Learning
44:06 The Power of Making a Mark
45:57 Raving About Jed's Doodles and Stickers
47:26 Connecting with Jed on Instagram
Resources
Jed main website - mrdearybury.com
Instagram
Access to his three books
As he talks about what happens in the brain, it connects with this episode
What Happened To You by Oprah
Playful Intelligence
Peter Gray
Dr. Stuart Brown
In this episode, Aaron and Jed discuss the importance of play in education and how it can enhance learning experiences. They explore the definition of play and its impact on the brain, emphasizing the need for more playfulness in classrooms. Jed shares practical ideas for incorporating play into teaching and learning, and highlights the power of collaboration and a playful mindset. They also discuss the misconception that play is not rigorous or valuable in education. Overall, the conversation highlights the benefits of play and encourages educators to embrace playfulness in their practice. In this conversation, Jed Dearybury discusses the importance of incorporating play and fun into education. He emphasizes the need for playful interactions in the classroom and highlights the impact of creating a playful culture. Jed envisions a future where learning is fun and stress is reduced in schools. He advocates for the inclusion of play in all levels of education and suggests the addition of playgrounds in middle schools and high schools. Jed also shares the advice of making a mark and encourages people to try new things. He raves about his doodles and stickers, which bring him joy and creativity.
Takeaways
Play is not just for young children, but a natural and necessary part of learning for people of all ages.
Playful learning experiences engage the brain and help information stick, making learning more effective and enjoyable.
Play can be rigorous and challenging, but it should not be rigid or boring. It can foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Integrating play into education requires a shift in mindset and a willingness to embrace a playful approach to teaching and learning.
Start small and look for opportunities to infuse play into daily classroom activities, gradually building a culture of playfulness.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement
00:55 Jed's Background and Work
03:41 The Importance of Play
06:33 Defining Play and Its Impact on Learning
11:13 The Need for Play in Education
17:00 The Power of Playful Learning Experiences
20:06 Making Playful Learning Accessible
23:21 The Connection Between Play and Innovation
25:23 The Misconception of Play in Education
29:43 Dabbling in Playful Learning
35:10 Play as a Behavior and a Mindset
36:29 Starting Small with Playful Learning
37:10 Creating Playful Interactions in Education
38:12 The Desire to Make Learning Fun
39:12 The Role of Play in the Education System
41:00 Bringing Fun and Playfulness into Learning
44:06 The Power of Making a Mark
45:57 Raving About Jed's Doodles and Stickers
47:26 Connecting with Jed on Instagram
Resources
Jed main website - mrdearybury.com
Access to his three books
As he talks about what happens in the brain, it connects with this episode
What Happened To You by Oprah
Playful Intelligence
Peter Gray
Dr. Stuart Brown
