EDUA 5661 Importance of Play/Developing Child
THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY AND THE DEVELOPING CHILD
Play is a vital part of children’s learning and development, yet parents and educators alike see fewer opportunities for play in our children’s schedule. Although play is often differentiated from work, there are ways to pair learning with play. Students can meet their developmental and learning needs while engaged in activities that they find fun and interesting.
This course helps teachers who are interested in incorporating play into classroom activities. In addition to reviewing the benefits of play, the course provides resources for finding or creating play activities that suit various play types, subject areas, and grade levels.