• Semester 2 (External)

Synopsis

This  unit will introduce play as a vehicle for learning and seeks  to
introduce  students  to appropriate practice in programming  in  early
childhood  centres.  This  unit  considers  play  in  a  developmental
perspective and investigates types of play, general patterns of  play,
general  characteristics of play and appropriate play  materials.  The
unit  also  considers the creation of motivating and challenging  play
environments and the way that creativity and the growth of  children's
art  develops  through play. Aspects such as gender differences,  play
therapy and play in special populations are also considered.