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Short interview in French of Idriss Abekane Eng subtitles available on youtube.

Idriss Jamil Aberkane is a French public speaker and essayist known for his writings and lectures on personal development. He has been accused of artificially inflating his resume, plagiarizing portions of his theses, and using his three doctoral diplomas to talk about sciences that are not in his areas of expertise.
Aberkane received his Ph.D. from École Polytechnique in 2012. He is the founder and president of Bioniria Foundation, founder of Chréage Society and General Bionics. He has spoken in over 450 conferences around the world in three languages and wrote a book titled "Libérez votre cerveau" that was printed in over 300,000 copies in French, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

Idriss Aberkane - "le jeu est la meilleure technique d'apprentissage" Confidences d'Idriss Aberkane : "Le jeu libère les humains en les décomplexant sur l'idée de prendre du plaisir à apprendre"☰ OÙ NOUS TROUVER ? ☰ 📍 ...

Unwinding the Pleasure of Learning: The Power of Playful Teaching

As a French native tutor, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of playful teaching in my students' learning experiences. In a world filled with information, finding engaging and enjoyable ways to teach can make all the difference. This blog post explores how playful teaching not only enhances engagement but also fosters a deeper understanding of concepts.

The Importance of Play in Learning
Understanding Playful Learning
Playful learning is an educational approach that emphasizes exploration and interaction. According to Harvard's Project Zero, playful practices can turn traditional classrooms into vibrant spaces where students actively participate in their education. Research from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) shows that play fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making it an essential component of effective learning. A study published in Frontiers in Education highlights that learning through play promotes student engagement and holistic skills development, benefiting children beyond preschool years .
The Benefits of Playful Teaching
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1. Enhanced Engagement: When lessons incorporate games or hands-on activities, students are more likely to be engaged. I often use language games that encourage my students to practice speaking French in a fun context, which keeps them excited about learning.
2. Improved Retention: Studies indicate that playful learning can lead to better retention rates. For instance, research from The Research Institute of America found that eLearning participants retain 25% to 60% more information when learning through interactive methods.
3. Development of Social Skills: Playful teaching encourages collaboration among students, helping them develop essential social skills. In my classes, I often organize group activities where students work together to solve language puzzles or role-play scenarios.
Strategies for Implementing Playful Teaching
Creating a Playful Learning Environment
To effectively integrate playful teaching practices, educators must create an environment conducive to exploration:
1. Design Interactive Lessons: Incorporate games and hands-on activities into lesson plans. For example, I use role-playing exercises to help students practice conversational French in real-life situations.
2. Encourage Student-Led Learning: Allow students to take ownership of their learning by leading discussions or projects. This empowers them and fosters responsibility for their education.
3. Utilize Diverse Materials: Provide various materials—like art supplies or technology tools—that encourage creativity. I often bring in French music or films to spark interest and make lessons more relatable.
Fostering a Culture of Playfulness
Creating a culture that values playfulness requires intentional effort:
• Model Playfulness: As a tutor, I strive to embody a playful spirit myself. By showing enthusiasm for learning and engaging in fun activities with my students, I inspire them to adopt a similar attitude.
• Celebrate Mistakes: Encouraging a growth mindset helps students feel safe taking risks and experimenting with new ideas. I remind my students that making mistakes is part of the learning process and can lead to valuable insights.
The Impact on Productivity
Measuring Success Through Engagement
The productivity gains from playful teaching practices are evident:
• Higher Academic Performance: Students who engage in playful learning environments often perform better academically. In my experience, students who enjoy their lessons are more motivated and dedicated to improving their language skills.
• Increased Motivation: When students find joy in learning through play, they are more motivated to participate actively in their education. This intrinsic motivation leads to higher levels of effort and persistence.
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Research supports these observations; a study found that teachers' playful behaviors positively influence children's playfulness, which in turn enhances their engagement . Additionally, playful learning has been linked to improved cognitive development and social skills .
Conclusion
Unwinding the pleasure of learning through playful teaching practices offers numerous benefits for both educators and learners alike. As a French tutor, I have seen how integrating fun into language lessons fosters a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.Embracing the power of play as a tool for enhancing productivity and engagement can lead to deeper understanding and more fulfilled learners ready to tackle future challenges. For further insights into the effectiveness of playful teaching practices, consider exploring resources such as Harvard's Project Zero or the NAEYC's article on the power of playful learning. These sources provide valuable research findings on how play enhances educational outcomes across various settings.

Life never hapen 100% as you want. When I decided to experience tutoring French and increasing the number of my students, I was fueled by the envy to interact with many people and to contribute to the society with my actual knowledge. As I was working for over 15 years as MV and advertising movie producer & director, I didn't participate much in the building of a better world. Advertising conglomerates paid me, sometimes very well, to push people to consume, always more and more, and I did because at a very young age I was influenced by Hollywood and these box in the living room we called TV.

The COVID did help in that sense as I had to adapt. Professionals options were very limited. That's how I choose to teach as volunteer for a Cambodia. Local small NGO, teaching script writing first and then French.

When I was a kid, we eft Paris with my family for CREMIEU, a 2000 souls small village near Lyon.

I discovered how school could be a torture for me, I ran away the first day at the age of 7. I escaped alone, well decided to find a better environment than the mini detention center.

few minutes later, nice strangers drove me back at home.

Only one topic got all my attention, during my scholarship , it was the French.

1988 for my "baccalaureat" de Francais I was granted by a 17/20 and it was the best result in my academy.

So yes, if I was a "living tragedy" as a student, I saw in the learning of FRENCH a new world without limits opening to me. I wish you can discover these elegant , and a very precise language that will reveal is infinite dimension, the day you finish a book of. Maupassant, Hugo, Camus, Saint Exupery, Desproges, Cavana, and many others. Reading their masterpieces in VO, will change you forever.No doubt.