Play-based learning as an age-appropriate pedagogy
Play-based learning is an evidence-based, age-appropriate pedagogy that supports continuity and learning for all early years students.
This learning is short, flexible and available on-demand. Modules can be completed individually, in any order and at any time.
To maximise impact, school leadership teams may choose to facilitate this course for groups or teams. Doing so allows leaders to align professional learning with school priorities and add school-specific contextual information to address students’ learning needs.
This course supports teachers and leaders to understand the why and how of play-based learning in the early years.
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.