CYP4042 - Play and the Early Years Environment

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

1 Identify key theoretical perspectives on play and the role of play in learning and development;
2 Demonstrate an understanding of the ideal physical environment for a range of young children in a variety of settings;
3 Explain the importance of building relationships with young children and the impact upon learning and development.

Content:

This module introduces students to a range of relevant theory related to play and creating an effective early years environment.
The module will include a study of:
• Related theory including a range of cultural and social perspectives;
• Activities and equipment and how they relate to development, stereotyping, role-play, learning, etc;
• Observations of children at play and how these can inform a child’s social, personal, physical and cognitive development;
• Nurturing activities and relationships;
• Building relationships with young children.

Learning and Teaching Information:

This module will be taught using a mixture of lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials, some of which will be student-led. Students could be expected to prepare for the sessions by reading set texts and completion of tasks set in class or via the VLE and will be expected to take part in a wide range of learning activities.
Students may be required to prepare and present brief presentations as the basis for discussion in seminar or workshops.

Lectures, seminars and tutorials
Contact hours: 40

Additional assessment information
Students must pass all assessment components to pass the module.

Assessment: