CYP4152 - Play and Learning in the Early Years Environment

Objectives:

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

Identify key theoretical perspectives on play and the role of play in the context of EYFS Learning and Development Requirements;
Demonstrate an understanding of the ideal physical environment for the needs of a range of young children in a variety of settings;
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 for a range of children and their needs.
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 about a child’s social, personal, physical and cognitive development;
• Nurturing activities and building relationships with young children.
Learning on this module will be in the context of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Common Core of Skills and Knowledge.

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 seminars or workshops.

Class sessions – 16 x 2hr
Contact hours: 32
Intended Group size: 50

Tutorials
Contact hours: 1
Intended Group size: 3

e-Tutoring
Contact hours: 2
Intended Group size: 1

Guided independent study
Hours: 165

Assessment: