Playful reflective thinking in a HyFlex classroom: using nostalgic games to engage students

Authors

  • Nayiri Keshishi University Of Surrey

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47408/jldhe.vi22.691

Keywords:

Hyflex classroom, nostalgia, playful learning, reflective thinking, social constructivism, Covid-19

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Published

14-10-2021

How to Cite

Keshishi, N. (2021) “Playful reflective thinking in a HyFlex classroom: using nostalgic games to engage students”, Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education, (22). doi: 10.47408/jldhe.vi22.691.

Issue

No. 22 (2021): Special Edition, Compendium of Innovative Practice: Learning Development in a Time of Disruption

Section

Fostering student engagement

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