Research on Children's Play and Learning
Education · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Every Year
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No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.
Description
This course introduces students to the importance of play-based learning. Research on the development of play informs ways to plan and provide activities and experiences that nurture and develop abilities to explore, discover, experiment, pretend and create. We examine play environments; types of play to determine physical, social, cultural, emotional and academic benefits; and ways of using play to expose the disciplines of literacy, numeracy, science, music and art to support a diverse range of children and abilities. This course includes the role of play in Indigenous cultures through pedagogy and content, to appreciate these perspectives in living the good life.
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and DEV-3600 if the topic was research on children's play and learning.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.