What is Fun Theory?
The thought that something as simple as fun is the easiest way to change people’s behavior for the better. Be it for yourself, for the environment, or for something entirely different, the only thing that matters is that it’s change for the better.
In 2009, I conceptualized a play sculpture, secured funding, and oversaw its installation in order to attract a new generation of children to a revitalized historic city park. The land had been donated to the children of the City of Pekin in 1916 (the first year Congress had passed child labor laws) and I was inspired by a popular game from that same year - marbles.
Kellough discusses creating a positive ambiance in your classroom and just as I wished for all children to feel welcome at James Field, every student, parent, and administrator should feel welcome in your classroom. Allowing fun into the classroom doesn't mean that the standards for acceptable behavior are less stringent. The reality is that it takes a well-prepared teacher who is an accomplished classroom manager to introduce unexpected activities into the day's lesson.
Kellough discusses creating a positive ambiance in your classroom and just as I wished for all children to feel welcome at James Field, every student, parent, and administrator should feel welcome in your classroom. Allowing fun into the classroom doesn't mean that the standards for acceptable behavior are less stringent. The reality is that it takes a well-prepared teacher who is an accomplished classroom manager to introduce unexpected activities into the day's lesson.
Amy Truchon: I couldn't agree more with you! Today, too many teachers are afraid to even say the word fun in the classroom, which I find ridiculous. Learning is meant to be fun, new, and exciting. By bringing fun things into the classroom, you are encouraging students to take the meaning of "learning" above and beyond the classroom.
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