Application for EEND 661A - Pedgy & Prac ofPlay in Chld Ed | MyUSF

Application for EEND 661A - Pedgy & Prac ofPlay in Chld Ed (2/3/2025 - 3/31/2025)

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EEND 661A - Pedgy & Prac ofPlay in Chld Ed

Examines how children learn through play and how play-based learning can support children's development in a the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language domains. Candidates will delve into the theoretical foundations of play and examine the works of theorists such as Piaget, Vygotsky, and Erikson, to gain insights into the various stages of play development. Practical aspects of the course will focus on creating play-rich environments that stimulate creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among young learners. Candidates will explore the role of the educator in facilitating play-based learning, including how to observe and assess children's play, how to scaffold children's learning through play, and how to integrate play into the curriculum. Best practices in play-based learning, as well as discussions on the cultural and societal factors that can impact play in early childhood education will take place.

Effective Dates: 2/3/25 - 3/31/25
Date(s)	Day(s)	Time(s)	Location(s)
2/3/25 - 3/31/25			ONLINE • ONLINE
2/5/25 - 2/5/25	W	4:30PM - 6:30PM	ONLINE • ONLINE