Mariana Carazo is a passionate and experienced educator committed to transforming the educational landscape by advocating for play-based learning. With over two decades of experience, Mariana's mission is to inspire and equip educators, parents, and children to embrace a new way of learning that prepares them for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century.
Keywords:
These keywords represent the essence of Mariana Carazo’s work and her approach to education:
Play-Based Learning Advocate:
Championing the use of play as a fundamental tool in children's development and education.
21st Century Education Innovator:
Leading the charge in modernizing educational practices to meet the needs of today’s learners.
Expert in Gifted and Talented Education:
Bringing specialized knowledge and strategies to support the unique needs of gifted and talented students.
Challenges My Talks Address
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Understanding the critical role of play in childhood development.
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Creating effective and enriching play spaces at home.
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Rethinking education through play to meet the needs of 21st Century learners.
About Mariana Carazo
Mariana Carazo is a passionate educator with over 22 years of experience, specializing in Early Childhood Education and Gifted and Talented Education. Originally from Costa Rica, Mariana now resides in Orlando, Florida, where she continues to innovate in the field of education. With a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree from Columbia University, Mariana has dedicated her career to rethinking how we educate children for the 21st Century.
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She has extensive experience running her own educational business in Costa Rica and has consulted for various global education companies, developing curricula and educational resources that foster play-based and project-based learning.
Mariana's current project, The Learning Garage, embodies her commitment to differentiated instruction and innovative learning experiences, where she homeschools her daughter and other children in a nurturing, play-centered environment.
Key Takeaways from My Talks
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The Importance of Play in Childhood: Explore how play is essential for cognitive, emotional, and social development.
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Successful Play Spaces at Home: Learn practical strategies to create engaging and educational play environments at home.
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Rethinking Education Through Play: Discover how play can be a powerful tool to reshape education for the modern world.