Play-based learning as an age-appropriate pedagogy
Play-based learning is an evidence-based pedagogical approach, effective in both early childhood settings and the early years of school.
This course will support your understanding and knowledge of play-based learning as an age-appropriate pedagogy in the early years, promoting continuity and holistic learning for all students.
Target audience
Kindergarten – Year 2 teachers and leaders, but also relevant for preschool teachers and educators.
Mode of delivery
This course is available through MyPL.
Duration – 20 minutes
Available – now
This module provides an overview of the evidence base for play-based learning and describes how it supports continuity and learning for every student.
By completing this module learners will:
- understand the concept of play-based learning as an age-appropriate pedagogy
- reflect on how play-based learning supports continuity of learning and inclusive practice.
Duration – 20 minutes
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This module provides information on how play-based learning can be implemented in the early years classroom.
By completing this module learners will:
- reflect on ways to implement play-based learning in the classroom
- critique strategies and approaches to support learning.
Duration – 20 minutes
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This module provides advice around NESA time allocation guidelines, collaborating with colleagues and engaging with families.
By completing this module learners will reflect on strategies and processes to set up a successful play-based learning program.
Duration – 30 minutes
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This module provides advice on using a play-based approach to enact each of the phases of the teaching and learning cycle to promote mathematics learning in Early Stage 1 and Stage 1.
By completing this module learners will examine approaches to play-based learning to promote mathematics learning in early years classrooms.
Duration – 30 minutes
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This module provides advice on using a play-based approach to enact each of the phases of the teaching and learning cycle to promote English learning in Early Stage 1 and Stage 1.
By completing this module learners will examine approaches to play-based learning to promote English learning in early years classrooms.