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Author: Alexandra

Picture of Professor Nick Megoran, smiling in blue shirt.

Surprise! Using “playful learning” to take older ideas seriously

Posted on 13th December 202410th July 2025 by Alexandra

Find out how Professor Nick Megoran from the School of Geography, Politics and Sociology designed an unconventional lecture that uses creative, playful learning and surprise to engage students.

Posted in All, Playful Learning, Video and Audio ApproachesTagged Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Enterprising, Future Focused, Student EngagementLeave a comment

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