Researchers and Oregon districts make the case for 'active playful learning' in early grades
National researchers and state partners told the Senate Education Committee that active playful learning—an evidence‑based pedagogy emphasizing engagement, social interaction and choice—improves classroom engagement and teacher satisfaction; Oregon districts are piloting the approach and adapting report cards to capture broader skills.
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Educators and researchers told the Senate Interim Committee on Education on Nov. 18 that active playful learning (APL) is an evidence‑based, classroom‑focused approach that increases engagement and can be aligned with academic standards.
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