Teaching Through Play: A Sherlock Holmes Activity

24/11/2025 16 min Temporada 2 Episodio 3
Teaching Through Play: A Sherlock Holmes Activity

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🎙️Teaching Through Play: A Sherlock Holmes ActivityThis week on Learning Lab RN, I’m joined by Kim Anderson, an innovative educator in a practical nursing program who’s redefining how we approach active learning. We dive into the benefits of team teaching, the magic of game-based learning, and how sensory experiences can deepen understanding. From “Red Light, Green Light” vital signs to laminated oxygen delivery devices, Kim shares her best low-lift, high-impact strategies. If you’ve been looking for practical, joyful ways to teach through play, this one’s for you.🔑 Key TakeawaysActive Learning Doesn’t Have to Be ComplicatedKim Anderson emphasizes that meaningful student engagement doesn’t require complex tools or tech. From “red light, green light” vital signs practice to laminated oxygen delivery device clips, her low-tech strategies prove that simplicity is the key.Games Make Learning MemorableWhether it’s the card game Play 9 or a Sherlock Holmes–style cardiovascular mystery activity, Kim uses game-based learning to reinforce critical content in fun, collaborative ways. Students remember more of her teaching and stay engaged in the process.Collaboration Builds Better ClassroomsTeam teaching works well at this school. Kim’s approach shows how multiple teaching styles within one program can reach more learners, support faculty creativity, and create a richer learning experience.Resources Mentioned:Ready to use this in your own classroom? Get the What Does This Mean? Activity here: 👉 learninglabrn.comSubscribe to the show: learninglabrn.comJoin the newsletter and explore active learning tools: breakoutrn.comFull transcript: HerePlease offer your feedback about the show by emailing me!If you listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to rate or review the show. This goes a long way toward helping me reach other educators! 😊

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