Inventive Thinking in Young Children, Keynote speaker at Inspire 2025

Join us for an captivating conversation recorded live at the Inspire Conference 2025! We had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Dr Ben Mardell PhD, a leading voice in innovative educational practices all the way from the USA. With over four decades dedicated to understanding how children learn and develop, Dr Mardell shares his invaluable insights on fostering inventive thinking in young children. Discover practical strategies and fresh perspectives that can reshape how we approach early childhood education. Plus, get a sneak peek into a fascinating new podcast where kids take the interview seat and ask ALL the questions!Dr. Ben Mardell's groundbreaking work on children's play, learning, and the development of creativity has influenced educators globally. Currently serving as the atelierista at Newtowne School and a research affiliate at Longlong Kindergarten at the MIT Media Lab, Ben's journey includes significant roles as a principal investigator at Harvard Project Zero and shaping future educators at Lesley University. His experience spans working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners, providing a rich and diverse understanding of early childhood development.Find out more:https://www.inspireconference.com.au/dr-ben-mardell-keynotehttps://pz.harvard.edu/who-we-are/people/ben-mardellhttps://www.newtowneschool.org/facultyIf you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform.Have questions or feedback? Connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected] with Us:- Website: www.learnplaythrive.com.au- Instagram: @learnplaythrive_- Facebook: @Learn Play Thrive Australia- Email: [email protected]