Episode 221: Multi-Modal Learning through the Power of Play
Laura and Matt GrundlerAmy Pfeiler-Wunder and Mary Kate Bergh
Play provides opportunities for experimentation and problem-solving. This creates new forms of knowledge and, in the art room, continues a cycle of making and knowing. In this episode, the Creativity Department welcomes NAEA’s President-Elect, Amy Pfeiler-Wunder, and her colleague, Mary Kate Bergh. Enjoy this conversation about the critical role play has in the art room as they unpack what multi-modal learning is and why it’s essential to foster creativity and deeper engagement. Discover real-life strategies and classroom experiences that highlight the connection between playful learning and student growth. Whether you’re unfamiliar with multi-modal learning and its cognitive benefits for students or looking for practical ways to infuse more of it into your program, Amy and Mary Kate share their wealth of experience for you to implement!
