Log in

Relevant bibliographies by topics / Early childhood play / Dissertations / Theses

To see the other types of publications on this topic, follow the link: Early childhood play.

Dissertations / Theses on the topic 'Early childhood play'

Author: Grafiati

Published: 4 June 2021

Last updated: 1 February 2022

Create a spot-on reference in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and other styles

Select a source type:

Consult the top 50 dissertations / theses for your research on the topic 'Early childhood play.'

Next to every source in the list of references, there is an 'Add to bibliography' button. Press on it, and we will generate automatically the bibliographic reference to the chosen work in the citation style you need: APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver, etc.

You can also download the full text of the academic publication as pdf and read online its abstract whenever available in the metadata.

Browse dissertations / theses on a wide variety of disciplines and organise your bibliography correctly.

1

Madrid, Samara Dawn. "Emotional themes in preschool children's play narratives." Columbus, Ohio : Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1189731683.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

2

Zhulamanova, Ilfa. "EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PRESERVICE TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS ON PLAY." Kent State University / OhioLINK, 2019. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1563193941118516.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

3

Turk, Kristina. "PARENTS’ BELIEFS AND ATTITUDES ABOUT A PLAY CURRICULUM." Kent State University / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1422362154.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

4

Miller, Kimberly K. "Pretend play and literacy learning in one early childhood classroom." The Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1190063031.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

5

Parsons, Amy L. "Early Childhood Educators' Constructions of Play Beliefs and Practice." Thèse, Université d'Ottawa / University of Ottawa, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10393/24047.

Full text

Abstract:

This qualitative study was designed to explore the constructions of Early Childhood Educators’ (ECE) beliefs about play and how they translate these beliefs into practice. Guided by a teachers’ beliefs framework (Sanger & Osguthorpe, 2011; Haney & McArthur, 2001; Richards & Lockheart, 1994; Pajares, 1992) and a constructivist philosophical lens, the study sought to identify (a) ECE educators’ beliefs about play, (b) how the educators practice play, and (c) how they incorporate both theoretical and practical components of play beliefs into the early childhood education classroom. A postmodern o

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

6

Bai, Zhen. "Augmented reality interfaces for symbolic play in early childhood." Thesis, University of Cambridge, 2015. https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.708792.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

7

Galbraith, Jeanne Susanne. "Multiple perspectives on superhero play in an early childhood classroom." Columbus, Ohio : Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1180468850.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

8

Zhao, Hongxia, and L. Kathryn Sharp. "Improving Children’s Literacy Through Guided Play." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2015. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/4259.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

9

Miller, Kimberly Keller. "Play and literacy learning in one urban early childhood classroom." Columbus, Ohio : Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1190063031.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

10

Ploof, Robin L. "Connection Between Early Childhood Teachers' Beliefs and Practices Regarding Play." Thesis, Walden University, 2014. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=3625821.

Full text

Abstract:

<p> Research indicates play contributes to children's learning and development. The passage of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) changed early care and education by limiting time for play in early childhood classrooms. There is a gap in the literature concerning early childhood teachers' current beliefs about play and how those beliefs are connected to their practices. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine the connections between early childhood teachers' beliefs regarding play and their practices in the early childhood classroom. Lave's situated learning theory formed th

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

11

Lau, Grace. "Teachers' understanding of children's play in the early childhood curriculum." Thesis, University of East Anglia, 2005. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.423790.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

12

Ploof, Robin L. "Connection Between Early Childhood Teachers' Beliefs and Practices Regarding Play." ScholarWorks, 2011. https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/1139.

Full text

Abstract:

Research indicates play contributes to children's learning and development. The passage of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) changed early care and education by limiting time for play in early childhood classrooms. There is a gap in the literature concerning early childhood teachers' current beliefs about play and how those beliefs are connected to their practices. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine the connections between early childhood teachers' beliefs regarding play and their practices in the early childhood classroom. Lave's situated learning theory formed the co

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

13

Manwaring, Joanne Scandling. "High Stakes Play: Early Childhood Special Educators' Perspectives of Play in Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms." Scholar Commons, 2011. http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/3732.

Full text

Abstract:

This study examined Early Childhood Special Educators' perceptions of play as a developmentally appropriate practice in special education prekindergarten classrooms in one southeastern school district. Through purposeful sampling, eight prekindergarten special educators were identified because they held multiple teaching certifications and some held National Board certification. The participants had many years of experience in pre-kindergarten special education, and were professional development trainers, teacher mentors and or leaders in the prekindergarten special education community. These

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

14

Schweighardt, Sherry L. "Natural Play, Healthy Play: Environmental Determinants of Young Children's Outdoor Physical Activity." Diss., Temple University Libraries, 2015. http://cdm16002.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/p245801coll10/id/325946.

Full text

Abstract:

Kinesiology<br>Ph.D.<br>The prevalence of obesity among young children has markedly increased over the past two decades, with more than one-third of American preschoolers now overweight or obese and at risk for lifelong health problems. Physical activity is a recommended obesity prevention strategy, yet preschoolers typically fail to meet recommended daily physical activity guidelines, spending just 15 minutes engaged in moderate to vigorous physical activity, compared to six sedentary hours daily. Unstructured play in settings with varied features, such as childcare center playgrounds, potent

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

15

Austin, Petra. "Caregivers' views on play and play areas in Salvokop Tshwane." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60372.

Full text

Abstract:

This study explored caregivers' views on play and play areas in Salvokop, Tshwane. Specific focus was placed on children's play, play between caregiver and child, and the importance of play spaces. Five relevant categories were identified for investigation including biographical details, the child in early childhood, caregivers' opinions on play, play between caregiver and child, and public play areas. The research methodology for this study was clearly defined and outlined where a qualitative research approach was utilised with a semi-structured interview schedule as data-collection me

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

16

Ramirez, Aimee Eva. ""When Do We Play?"| Administrator, Teacher, and Parent Perceptions of Play in a Catholic Kindergarten Classroom." Thesis, Loyola Marymount University, 2017. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10641111.

Full text

Abstract:

<p> Educational reforms have created a climate of accountability and high academic pressure that has resulted in a pushing down of the curriculum into early childhood education. Once a prominent pedagogical feature, play is disappearing from kindergarten. The following is a doctoral dissertation that studied administrator, teacher, and parent perceptions of play and its role within the kindergarten curriculum at a Catholic elementary school in the Los Angeles Archdiocese. Using a qualitative case study method, the study noted how play was utilized in transitional kindergarten and traditional k

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

17

Broderick, Jane Tingle, Narges Sareh, and Patience Mensah-Bonsu. "Social Structure of Children’s Play: Children’s Perceptions of Status and Roles." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2019. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/6002.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

18

Broderick, Jane Tingle. "Social Structure of Children’s Play: Children’s Perceptions of Status and Roles." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2019. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/6000.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

19

Foster, Suzanne M. "Cognitive levels of block play among preschoolers in a combined block play and dramatic play center." Virtual Press, 1995. http://liblink.bsu.edu/uhtbin/catkey/941570.

Full text

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to examine the cognitive levels of block play among preschoolers in a combined block play and dramatic play center. Gender differences in the cognitive levels of block play as well as the location of block play were explored. The sample consisted of 17 children, 13 girls and 4 boys, enrolled in a preschool at a Midwestern university. Six hypotheses were formulated; two could be tested at the .05 level of significance. The others could not be tested due to insufficient data.Each child was observed, twice before and twice after the centers were combined, in groups o

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

20

Haubert, Lindsey R. "Professional Mathematical Noticing in Play-based Prekindergarten Classrooms." University of Toledo / OhioLINK, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=toledo1501736606962246.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

21

Broderick, Jane Tingle. "Many Ways to Bring Drawing into the Play & Learning Experience." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2014. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/4229.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

22

Kalal, Katherine Frances Talmadge. "Combining Performance Animation and Virtual Reality for Early Childhood Education Role-Play." The Ohio State University, 2008. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1213164553.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

23

Kirby, Barbara Mary. "Playful sciencing and the early childhood classroom." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2005. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2662.

Full text

Abstract:

The purpose of this project is to examine the power of play, guided discovery, and hands-on experiences in the early childhood classroom, specifically as it relates to early childhood science experience. This paper will also propose a science curriculum encompassing a hands-on, guided discovery, play-based approach.

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

24

Owocki, Gretchen Marie. "Teacher facilitation of play and emergent literacy in preschool." Diss., The University of Arizona, 1995. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/187300.

Full text

Abstract:

This multiple-case study describes the literacy events that occurred during play in three holistic preschool classrooms over a four-month period. The data includes field notes from observations and from discourse with participants, audiotape transcriptions, interviews, and writing samples. Analytic induction was used for the analysis. Within play, literacy was used as: a support for play themes, a frame for play themes, and as an extraneous aspect of play. Literacy events involved transactions with print, as well as social transactions. Social transactions within literacy events were analyzed

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

25

Williamson, Megan L. "The difference in physical activity levels and attention in preschool children before and after free play recess and structured play recess." Thesis, Kent State University, 2014. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=3618843.

Full text

Abstract:

<p> Childhood obesity rates have increased three-fold since 1980 and up to 80% of obese children become obese adults. Since young children are forming habits that they will carry with them into adulthood, preschool represents an ideal setting to instill proper physical activity habits. Therefore, the purpose of this investigation was to assess the amount of physical activity in preschool children during three different recess conditions on separate days: <i>free play, structured play</i> and a <i>control</i> (non-active) condition. </p><p> Physical activity levels were measured in presch

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

26

Ramirez, Aimée Eva. ""When Do We Play?": Administrator, Teacher, and Parent Perceptions of Play in a Catholic Kindergarten Classroom." Digital Commons at Loyola Marymount University and Loyola Law School, 2017. https://digitalcommons.lmu.edu/etd/459.

Full text

Abstract:

Educational reforms have created a climate of accountability and high academic pressure that has resulted in a pushing down of the curriculum into early childhood education. Once a prominent pedagogical feature, play is disappearing from kindergarten. The following is a doctoral dissertation that studied administrator, teacher, and parent perceptions of play and its role within the kindergarten curriculum at a Catholic elementary school in the Los Angeles Archdiocese. Using a qualitative case study method, the study noted how play was utilized in transitional kindergarten and traditional kinde

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

27

Robinson, Britta. "Oral second language use in the sociodramatic play of young children." Thesis, National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada, 2000. http://www.collectionscanada.ca/obj/s4/f2/dsk1/tape3/PQDD_0021/MQ59200.pdf.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

28

Jennings, Robyn. "The Discovery of Wild Things| Assessing Children's Play in Naturalized Playgrounds." Thesis, Prescott College, 2014. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=1555917.

Full text

Abstract:

<p>Outdoor spaces for young children are becoming increasingly recognized for their learning potential. A movement has begun to naturalize children's playgrounds. Designers and landscape architects are moving away from large, plastic superstructures, which allow children to climb and slide and instead creating spaces with interesting topography and water features which allow for more open-ended, imaginative play. In this study, research and data collection took place in three phases. Preschool playgrounds in Boulder, Colorado were evaluated using the Kritchevsky, Prescott, and Walling (1977) m

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

29

Huber, Linda K. "Children's language and sociodramatic play with multicultural materials." Virtual Press, 1997. http://liblink.bsu.edu/uhtbin/catkey/1063415.

Full text

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to examine children's play and language when a variety of unfamiliar multicultural pretend foods and cooking utensils not typically found in dramatic play centers were introduced. The study was conducted in a laboratory preschool setting with three multiage heterogeneous groups of children over a period of 7 weeks.Three methods of data collection were employed: (a) videotapes of children in the dramatic play center, (b) a notebook of observations made by the teachers when the researcher was not present, and (c) interviews with 18 children. The children who chose t

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

30

Wright, Linda M. "How Does Play in Dramatic Play Centers Help Preschool Children Develop Oral Language and Literacy Skills?" ScholarWorks, 2016. https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/2776.

Full text

Abstract:

In the United States, early childhood educators are expected to follow the trend to enforce academic curriculum for preschoolers. This effort diminishes the value of play in the young developmental years of children. The purpose of this study was to explore the type of activities and strategies that promote development of language and literacy skills of preschool children while playing in a dramatic play center. Vygotsky's sociocultural theory teaches that children acquire skills through play and discovery in a developmentally appropriate environment. The study was conducted within a qualitati

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

31

Mattison, Jennifer. "Analysis of the Play 'N Learn Preschool Program at the Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County." Menomonie, WI : University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2008. http://www.uwstout.edu/lib/thesis/2008/2008mattisonj.pdf.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

32

Turpin, Jenette Katherine. "Sound effects : the effects of sound-producing toys on the level of social and cognitive play in 3, 4, and 5-year-olds." Thesis, Manhattan, Kan. : Kansas State University, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/2097/772.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

33

Zyga, Olena. "The Act of Pretending: Play, Executive Function, and Theory of Mind in Early Childhood." Case Western Reserve University School of Graduate Studies / OhioLINK, 2016. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=case1467391080.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

34

Gosteva, Aleksandra Vladimirovna. "Effects of early childhood teacher delivered play therapy intervention on the social skills of young children: a pilot study." Thesis, University of Canterbury. Health Sciences, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10092/8719.

Full text

Abstract:

The growing number of young children exhibiting conduct problems is a cause of serious concern for many early childhood teachers. Past research has shown that child centred play therapy (CCPT) may be effective for addressing conduct problems. However, little research has been carried out to study the impact of CCPT on children exhibiting these problems, through training early childhood teachers in using CCPT strategies. Therefore, the goal of this pilot study was to explore whether young children who have persistent conduct problems in early childhood settings in New Zealand would show improve

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

35

Darnell, Beth W. "Assessing the potential play value of vegetation in the outdoor environments of NAEYC-accredited preschool programs in Tucson, Arizona." Thesis, The University of Arizona, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/278803.

Full text

Abstract:

Vegetation has the potential to support all domains of early childhood development when carefully selected, yet it is infrequently used as a deliberate learning element in outdoor play environments for young children. The purpose of this study was to measure vegetation value in the context of developmentally appropriate early childhood education by assessing existing vegetation and interviewing educators at thirteen nationally accredited preschools in Tucson, Arizona. Results indicated low vegetation density and diversity compared to presence and quality of built elements, both indoors and out

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

36

Malloy, Caitlin Tara. "Insights into student skills, peer networks, and sociodramatic play in Head Start:." Thesis, Boston College, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2345/bc-ir:108372.

Full text

Abstract:

Thesis advisor: Mariela Páez<br>Across preschool classrooms in the United States, free play comprises the largest percentage of children’s daily activity time (Chien et al., 2010; Fuligini et al., 2012). During free play, preschoolers may frequently engage in sociodramatic play (SDP), or pretend play where groups of children take on assigned roles with implicit rules (Smilansky & Shefatya, 1990). Research has demonstrated the academic and social benefits of SDP engagement (e.g., Diamond et al., 2007); however, much of this work has addressed SDP in curricular and intervention contexts, in

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

37

Spry-Hartley, Margie, and University of Lethbridge Faculty of Health Sciences. "Family experiences with Stay and play : an early child development program." Thesis, Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Health Sciences, c2010, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10133/3449.

Full text

Abstract:

In this qualitative study, the experiences of families who attended an early child development program Stay and Play were explored. Stay and Play is an early child development program that promotes healthy parent and child relationships. Belsky's (1984) process model - determinants of parenting and attachment theory served as the theoretical framework for this study. Twenty-three parents participated and thirty-two children were in attendance - with only four children able to articulate their responses. Person centered interviewing was conducted with thirteen [one-parent] families, and family

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

38

Lyne, Mark. "Exposure assessment of traffic-related pm10 pollution in outdoor play areas of early childhood centres." Click here to access this resource online, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10292/413.

Full text

Abstract:

This thesis seeks to assess the exposure of children in outdoor play areas of early childhood centres in Auckland City to traffic-related PM10 pollution. An estimated 400 premature deaths occur each year in New Zealand due to motor vehicle emissions. In addition to premature deaths, acute and chronic health effects including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and bronchitis, as well as increased hospitalisations and restricted activity days (sick days) are also associated with vehicle emissions. Epidemiological studies have shown that respiratory diseases suc

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

39

Wonderlich, Sara J. "Predictors of bullying behaviors : a follow-up study on early childhood play behaviors of preschoolers /." Available to subscribers only, 2007. http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=1453232081&sid=13&Fmt=2&clientId=1509&RQT=309&VName=PQD.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

40

Kalinde, Bibian. "Cultural play songs in early childhood education in Zambia : in and outside of classroom practice." Thesis, University of Pretoria, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/60369.

Full text

Abstract:

Cultural play songs are a world wide phenomenon in which children participate. The current research explored settings where such cultural play songs occur; both in and outside of pre-schools. Despite the availability of play songs in most cultural contexts, combined with children's natural inclination to be actively involved in playing and singing games, these cultural assets are generally not considered as a pedagogical tool in Early Childhood Education (ECE). Therefore, the aim of this research was to investigate the pedagogical significance of cultural play songs found in and outside

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

41

Coots, Nicole Michelle. "Perceptions and practical implications of play at school." Online pdf file accessible through the World Wide Web, 2009. http://archives.evergreen.edu/masterstheses/Accession89-10MIT/Coots_NMITthesis2009.pdf.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

42

Ramirez, Juan J. "The use of fantasy play and its effect on student performance." Online version, 2008. http://www.uwstout.edu/lib/thesis/2008/2008ramirezj.pdf.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

43

Williamson, Megan L. "THE DIFFERENCE IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS AND ATTENTION IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN BEFORE AND AFTER FREE PLAY RECESS AND STRUCTURED PLAY RECESS." Kent State University / OhioLINK, 2013. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=kent1365712511.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

44

Kendrick, April B. "A peek at the playground| How teacher's style and engagement impacts children's play." Thesis, The University of Alabama, 2013. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=3562432.

Full text

Abstract:

<p> The current study was a replication and extension of our previous study (Kendrick et.al, 2011) which examined the play behaviors of preschool children (range: 2-5.5 yrs old) and how teachers' presence and engagement may impact children's play while on the playground. In the current study we also examine the influence of teachers' style on children's play while on the playground. Two sites were examined over a five week period; one served as the control group and the other as the experimental group. Within the five-week timeline, both groups participated in weekly teacher instruction consis

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

45

Pearce, Laura J. "The Impact of Natural Playscapes on Toddler Play." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2021. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/3950.

Full text

Abstract:

A distinct lack of data related to the impact of natural environments on children birth to age 3 was identified by a thematic review of the existing literature. With this in mind, the researcher designed a limited scope quantitative study to explore the potential for extending the existing body of research to include this younger age. The study used a time sampling method to code behaviors that occurred in videos collected of children from 12 to 35 month who were playing on the playground at their childcare facility. The playscapes were classified as naturalistic or manufactured. The data was

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

46

LaGamba, Elizabeth S. "An Investigation of Read-alouds, Classroom Interactions, and Guided Play as Supports for Vocabulary Learning in Preschool." Thesis, University of Pittsburgh, 2019. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=13819972.

Full text

Abstract:

<p> A large body of research has established the existence of a gap in vocabulary knowledge that occurs largely along socioeconomic lines, is evident prior to age two, and continues to widen as children age. Because research has shown that early vocabulary knowledge supports present and later text comprehension, interventions for supporting preschoolers’ vocabulary development are being explored through research and in classrooms.</p><p> The present study sought to build upon prior research to explore the impact of two intervention conditions, <i>rich instruction</i> + <i> more rich in

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

47

Kingdon, Zenna Mary. "A qualitative exploration of children's experiences of role-play in two pack-away early childhood settings." Thesis, University of Plymouth, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/10026.1/9967.

Full text

Abstract:

In this thesis, I explored children’s experiences of role-play in relation to notions of self. The research took place in two pack-away settings in the Private, Voluntary and Independent (PVI) sector of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). The experiences of eight children, aged between three-year-three months and four-years one month, were investigated over a period of seven months. I used an adaptation of The Mosaic Approach (Clark and Moss 2001) combined with a reflective lenses approach (Brookfield 1995) to create a three-dimensional view of the children’s experiences. The children a

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

48

Alkasem, Shareefah Mohammed. "The development of early childhood education in Saudi Arabia using play as a medium of learning." Thesis, Cardiff University, 1997. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.393025.

Full text

Abstract:

This study examines the importance of play and its role in the learning process in selected nursery schools in Britain and Saudi Arabia. In particular, attention is focused on cognitive, social and physical development and the provisions made for play in the selected samples in both countries. The investigation involves a close survey of relevant literature and a small-scale research conducted by the author through the use of observation, oral interviews and intervention study. The major finding of the comparative analysis of nursery schools sampled in both Britain and Saudi Arabia was that nu

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

49

Di, Francesco Nathalie. "Early Childhood Educators' Knowledge of Developmental Milestones (KDM) and Appropriate Play Materials (KPM) in Relation to their Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) in Child Care Centres in Quebec." Thèse, Université d'Ottawa / University of Ottawa, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10393/19959.

Full text

Abstract:

The quality of early childhood education and care programs greatly impacts children’s development and well being. The classroom environment, program content and approach and early childhood educators’ characteristics are some of the elements that influence quality and thus have effects on young children’s development. Past research has indicated that early childhood education and care programs in Quebec have received on average low/minimal or mediocre ratings of quality and were also found to lack developmentally appropriate play materials (Drouin, Bigras, Fournier, Desrosiers, & Bernard, 2004

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

50

Gibbs, Angela M. "An Exploration of Play in Kindergarten: A Phenomenological Study." Ohio University / OhioLINK, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1426180802.

Full text

APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles

We offer discounts on all premium plans for authors whose works are included in thematic literature selections. Contact us to get a unique promo code!