#7 STEAM and Play in Education | Jenni Vartiainen

In this episode, we're joined by the Head of Research and co-founder of Kide Science - Dr. Jenni Vartiainen. Jenni is a researcher, university lecturer, writer and entrepreneur. Her research interests are young children’s playful STEAM education and scientific literacy. Within her research, Jenni has developed a play-based science education model for young children called Kide Science. The model combines play, stories, imagination, and early STEAM education. In this podcast we hear Jenni's expert opinions about: Why STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) is so important for kids? The use of Vygotsky's perspective of play, connected with STEAM education as a learning method. What play-based pedagogy means in practical terms and how to implement it. How Finnish teachers implement playfulness in early education and schools. Jenni is a bright and passionate doctor of education who, along with her colleagues, has translated her years of research and design into a valuable Finnish education export product. To access Kide Science's excellent one-month free trial, click the link here: http://www.kidescience.com/noblegas This podcast is brought to you by EDUTEN. Finland's #1 Digital Math Learning Platform. Sign up HERE for a free 4-week trial and your students will never look back! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn