Pedagogy of Play

Description

This course provides students with the knowledge of the central roles of relationships and play in children's learning. The course will give an introduction to current theoretical debates related to early childhood curricula. Through the course students will develop their knowledge and understanding of early childhood curriculum document(s) in the context of Aotearoa New Zealand and apply this to their practice. The course aims to bring students to an understanding of how a range of domains can be brought together through a holistic and integrated approach to create meaningful learning experiences for all children.