Biography and education
Vivien L. Geneser, PhD, is an experienced educator, author, editor, and researcher who advocates for a playful approach to education. She currently teaches Play in Educational Settings for Diverse Learners at Texas State University. She has published numerous articles, book chapters, and columns as well as three books on play: Play in Educational Settings: Implementing Playful Lessons (w/Day-Mifflin) (Sentia), Promoting Teaching and Learning Through Play (Kendall-Hunt), and Scholarly Snapshots: Affirming the Importance of the Child’s Right to Play (Rowman).
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Research Interests
Featured awards
- Award / Honor Recipient: Teacher of the Year, Mathews Elementary School - Austin Independent School District. August 17, 1983 - May 29, 1984
- Award / Honor Nominee: Student Teacher of the Year, Austin Independent School District. August 17, 1980 - December 8, 1980
