Module Details
Module Code: |
CHLD C1703 |
Module Title:
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Play-based Pedagogy
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Title:
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Play-based Pedagogy
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Janette Davies
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Module Author:: |
Lillian Byrne
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Module Description: |
This module aims to encourage learners to know, understand and reflect on the role of play in the ongoing learning and development of babies, toddlers and young children. Learners come to understand the importance of observation, interactions, language and dispositions in supporting play activities. Play activities will be investigated in a simulated practice setting in preparation for Supervised Practice, all in the context of Aistear and Siolta.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Outline the history of play as theory and practice. |
LO2 |
Explain the role of observation, interactions, language, and dispositions in supporting play activities. |
LO3 |
Discuss the role of EC Educators, parents, and others in support of play. |
LO4 |
Prepare an appropriate environment for babies, toddlers, and young children in line with Aistear and Siolta |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
History of Play: theory and practice
• The Right to Play
• Characteristics and Features of Play
• Dewey, Froebel, Elkind,
• A playful childhood
• Outdoor Play – Margaret MacMillan
• Paul Ramchandani - PEDAL
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Observation, interactions, language, and dispositions
• Classifications of play, Hutt’s Taxonomy of play
• Different types of play – observing and identifying.
• The role of the educator in developing a pedagogy of play
• The role of interaction – a pedagogy of listening for the 100 languages of children.
• The role of language in supporting play and the development of dispositions.
• Sharing with parents and others the role and possibilities of play for their children
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Preparing environments that support play
• Environments that support the play of babies – the secure base
• The influence of Reggio Emilia and Te Whariki in supporting play
• Freedom, movement, materials and activities indoors and outdoors
• Supporting the development of pretend and social play with Young Children
• Being Playful – the adult learners devising and playing with materials and activities – leading to reflection
• The use of observation (using video clips) to come to an understanding of play.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
6.73 |
101 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.50 |
18 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
7.13 |
107 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Avril Brock, Pam Jarvis Yinka Olusoga. (2019), Perspectives on Play: Learning for Life, 3rd. Routledge, Abingdon, Oxen, [ISBN: 0815367112].
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Sue Gascoyne. (2019), Messy Play in the Early Years: Supporting Learning Through Material Engagements, Routledge, Abingdon, Oxen, [ISBN: 0815377142].
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Colette Gray Sean MacBlain. (2015), Learning Theories in Childhood, 2nd. Sage, London, [ISBN: 1473906466].
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Máire Mhic Mhathúna, Mark Taylor. (2012), Early Childhood Education and Care: An introduction for students in Ireland, Gill Education, Ireland.
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National Council for Curriculum and Assessment. (2009), The Aistear Siolta Practice Guide, ongoing. NCCA, Dublin.
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National Council for Curriculum and Development. (2009), Early Childhood; How Aistear Was Developed. Research Papers, NCCA, Dublin.
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Conference association. Relevant and recent journal research
articles in the area accessed through
the Institute’s Library Service..
| Other Resources |
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National Council for Curriculum and
Assessment. Aistear Siolta Practice Guide and
supports, Dublin, National Council for Curriculum and
Assessment,
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Siren Films. Siren Films: Understanding Childhood, Newcastle-upon-Tyne,
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International Journal of Emerging Issues
in Early Childhood Education. International Journal of Emerging Issues
in Early Childhood Education.
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Early Childhood Education Journal. Early Childhood Education Journal.
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Early Childhood Education Journal. European Early Childhood Education
Research Association..
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European Early Childhood Research
Association. International Journal of Child Care and
Education Policy,.
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