Ryan McLaughlin

Ryan McLaughlin, M.Ed., J.D., is an experienced educator and curriculum designer currently associated with To Move Mountains Projects, where he focused on Curriculum Design & Development from November 2020 to August 2022. His professional background includes various roles in education, such as a Religious Studies Teacher at St. Mary's Episcopal Day School and a Teaching Assistant at the United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities since September 2024.1

Professional Background

• Education: Ryan holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and a Juris Doctor (J.D.), indicating a strong foundation in both educational theory and legal principles.
• Experience:
  • He served as the Assistant Head of Upper School at Brookstone School and has extensive experience teaching mathematics across different educational levels, including at Berkeley Preparatory School and St. Agatha School.
  • His teaching philosophy emphasizes a student-centered approach, integrating play and therapeutic gaming into learning.1

Areas of Interest

Ryan is passionate about:

• The impact of role-playing games (RPGs) on student engagement and learning.
• Best practices for Learning-Through-Play pedagogies.
• Expanding opportunities for esports and gaming within educational settings.1

Ryan McLaughlin's diverse expertise in curriculum development, combined with his leadership roles in education, positions him as a significant contributor to innovative educational practices.