Play, Pedagogy and Learning

• • Module 1: What is play? Introduction to Play
  • Loose Parts Theory
  • Sand and water play
  • Block play and woodworking
  • Quiet Play
  • Dramatic Play
  • Manipulative Play
  • Module 2: Play and the curriculum
  • Creative Arts
  • Maths and Science
  • Module 3: Play and the EC
  • Educator Inclusive play
  • Subject Review

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

The importance of play is recognised as being integral to young childrens learning and development and is therefore, embedded within the Early Years Learning Framework. This subject comprises of three modules, namely: What is play? Play and the curriculum; and Play and the early childhood (EC) practitioner. The concept, assessment and integration of play based learning will be investigated through readings, lectures and tutorial activities. This subject is particularly relevant to students specialising in the early years, and those seeking an early childhood perspective of pedagogy and childrens learning.

• Direct Observations of Clinical Encounters (DOCEs) (%)
• Play and EC educators (50%)
• Individual poster and rationale (50%)

Current study term: 10 Jul 22 to 16 Oct 22