What is Play Based Learning?Play based learning draws from children’s natural desire to engage in experiences based on their interests, strengths and developing skills. When children initiate play, they are more motivated to learn and develop positive dispositions towards learning. The educator’s role in supporting play based learning is vital. Belonging Being and Becoming The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia outlines the many roles educators take in play and the range of strategies they use to support learning. These include: Engaging in sustained shared conversations within play experience to extend children’s thinking • Providing a balance between child led, child initiated and educator supported learning • Creating learning environments to support learning • Interacting with babies and children within play to build attachment • Supporting the inclusion of all children in play • Recognising spontaneous teachable moments as they occur and using intentional teaching strategies such as demonstrating, and engaging in shared thinking and problem solving. The purpose of this website is to provide interested members and families of our community useful information on 5 important concepts in Early Childhood today.
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