Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Freedom to Play: A Ludic Language Pedagogy Primer. |
| Authors: |
Jones, D. M.1 |
| Source: |
Canadian Journal of Education / Revue Canadienne de l'Éducation. printemps2026, Vol. 49 Issue 1, pxviii-xx. 3p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Play-based learning, *Progressive education, *Teaching methods, *Literacy education, *Transformative learning, *Foreign language education, *Gamification |
| Abstract: |
This article reviews *Freedom to Play: A Ludic Language Pedagogy Primer* by Jonathan deHaan and James York, which introduces the Ludic Language Pedagogy (LLP) framework for teaching language and literacies through games and play within a progressive education foundation. LLP emphasizes three elements—ludic (playfulness), language (including literacies), and pedagogy (methods and materials)—to foster transformative, inquiry-driven learning that challenges traditional, efficiency-focused educational models. The book combines theoretical grounding with practical classroom examples and encourages educators to engage actively with constraints to promote creativity and human development. While the framework centers on language, the review notes that literacies play a significant role in practice, suggesting a broader pedagogical scope than the label implies. This work offers valuable guidance for teachers and researchers interested in integrating games into language and literacy education from a progressive perspective. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
