EDUCAUSE Symposium | The Power of Play: Reimagining Higher Education in the Age of AI–December 2025

Around the world, educators are rediscovering the transformative power of play—now amplified by the possibilities of artificial intelligence. Playful pedagogy, grounded in research and driven by curiosity, is proving to be a powerful approach for engaging students across disciplines. When paired with AI tools, it becomes even more dynamic, opening up new pathways for exploration, experimentation, and personalized learning.

Whether teaching chemistry or composition, data science or design, AI-enhanced playful pedagogy can shift classroom culture, deepen engagement, and improve both learning outcomes and the student experience.

In this interactive PLAYposium, we’ll delve into the science and practice of play in higher education. Through global examples, hands-on experimentation, and collaborative exploration, you’ll learn how to harness AI to support playful learning in your own teaching. Come ready to question conventional norms, try out low-stakes strategies, and reimagine your role as an educator in a creative, AI-augmented world.

Date and Time: December 9, 2025, 1:00 - 4:30

December 11, 2025, 1:00 - 4:30

Type: Online Event

Cost: $450

Organizer: EDUCAUSE

For more information and to register, please visit: https://events.educause.edu/symposiums/2025/the-power-of-play-reimagining-higher-education-in-the-age-of-ai