Qualification: Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Unit: Unit 3.3: Apply theoretical perspectives and philosophical approaches to play
Learning outcome: 1 Understand theoretical perspectives which support play
Assessment criteria: 1.3 Analyse how theoretical perspectives on play inform practice
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- How do theories of play inform your practice?
- Piaget
- Ensure that the setting is stimulating for the child
- Ensure that children are free to explore and discover
- Vygotsky
- Observe when children are no longer able to learn on their own
- Support the child to develop further by showing them something new related to their current play
- Ensure adult-led play opportunities are provided
- Froebel
- Provide play opportinities and support which help a child’s development in all areas (social, cognitive, physical etc.)
- Ensure children have age-appropriate, easily accessible resources and opportunities that support their development
- Athey
- Plan play opportunities that are in line with a child’s schema
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