CDEV 230 - Learning Through Play

3 hours
This course provides an overview of classical and contemporary theories on play with specific focus to the essential role play has for a child’s growth, development and learning across all stages of childhood (birth to 18). Looks at the knowledge and skills that are important for the facilitation of developmentally appropriate learning. Participants learn strategies for engaging children in art, music and other alternative therapeutic play opportunities to support developmental coping needs. Addresses the importance developmentally appropriate learning environments have for play along with attention given to the role therapeutic play has in both clinical (medical treatment) and non-clinical settings (family, community school). UG