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Learning Through Play in the Elementary Classroom
Ofiesh, Eleanor Ofiesh, Eleanor Ciman, Sarah Ciman, Sarah
Ofiesh, Eleanor
Ofiesh, Eleanor
Ciman, Sarah
Ciman, Sarah
Title
Learning Through Play in the Elementary Classroom
Date
2021-05-01
Subject
academic play
communication development
elementary education
informal play
play-based learning environment
social-emotional learning
communication development
elementary education
informal play
play-based learning environment
social-emotional learning
Material type
Collections
Abstract
The purpose of this thesis is to explore how informal play can influence communication development and social-emotional learning in elementary-aged children. In addition, ideas of rejection from play opportunities and the benefits of play-based learning environments were examined. These topics were explored through a comprehensive literature review that covered 18 articles, texts, and journals. It was found that informal play positively influences communication development and social-emotional learning. This development supported by play-based learning environments. This thesis recommends that teachers implement a play-based learning environment into the classroom, as well as opportunities for informal play and academic play during the school day
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