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Playful Learning with Miami Children's Museum's Natalie Williams

Vielka Season 1 Episode 11

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What is museum education?

Join us as Natalie Williams,  Director of Education at Miami Children's Museum, explains this unique learning space where children engage through play and connect with their community and collections. In this episode, Natalie shares her 16+ years of experience in shaping young minds as a director of preschools across Florida and Manhattan.

Natalie's insights are invaluable and applicable to all ages. Discover her holistic approach that focuses on exploration, play, creativity, and collaboration.  Learn how children can lead their own learning journeys and how teachers can enhance their professional development through teacher-guided field trips and reflective play. Get inspired to reignite your love and passion for education with Natalie Williams!

About Natalie:
Natalie Williams is an extraordinary educator and advocate. With a bachelor's in Child Development from Florida State University, a master’s degree in Business Leadership from Nova Southeastern University, and a master's degree in Special Education from the University of Miami, Natalie has dedicated over 16 years to shaping young minds as a director of preschools across Florida and Manhattan. A passionate community builder and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., she champions the needs of brown and black children and those with special needs.

Natalie's impressive roles include serving on the Early Learning Coalition of Broward, the FLAEYC board, and the City of Miramar's Education Advisory Board. She's also a NAEYC affiliate advisory council member, an international presenter, and a recent appointee to the City of Miami's Blue Ribbon Commission on Education. Her work with the National Black Child Development Institute and her enthusiasm for museum education showcase her commitment to creating impactful learning experiences for families worldwide.

Upcoming Event:
June 25-29, 2024 –
North America Reggio Emilia Summer Conference
Meet the Museum Playful Learning Collective at our very first reception in Albuquerque, NM. On June 25th, a group of museum school administrators, teachers, and educators will kick off the North America Reggio Emilia Summer Conference June 26 - 29th at Explora Children's and Science Museum! 

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Jeff Yas
Podcast Music by
Andrew Markus

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