What Does Centering Student Joy Mean? There is no easy answer. Joyous learning is complex— and worth the work.

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Title: What Does Centering Student Joy Mean? There is no easy answer. Joyous learning is complex— and worth the work.
Authors: Porosoff, Lauren
Source: Educational Leadership. Dec2024/Jan2025, Vol. 82 Issue 4, p16-20. 5p.
Subject Terms: *Classroom activities, *Student engagement, *Students, *Education, Joy
Abstract: The article focuses on integrating joy into students' learning experiences rather than treating it as a separate or extrinsic reward. Topics include designing classroom activities that naturally incorporate joy into learning, fostering engagement through meaningful student choice, and recognizing the personal and contextual nature of joy to create inclusive, fulfilling educational experiences.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article focuses on integrating joy into students' learning experiences rather than treating it as a separate or extrinsic reward. Topics include designing classroom activities that naturally incorporate joy into learning, fostering engagement through meaningful student choice, and recognizing the personal and contextual nature of joy to create inclusive, fulfilling educational experiences.
ISSN:00131784