Courses described as "Hybrids" will meet face-to-face in a classroom as prescribed by the instructor. Please see below for further information. This course will meet face-to-face on two Saturdays during the semester.
EDU-157 Active Play
Instructor: Darlene Brown (brownd@montgomery.edu)
Required Texts: Movement: Birth to Age 8, 3rd ed., by: Rae Pica
(Verify with instructor before purchasing at bookstore!)
Required Software: TBA
Classroom Meeting Times: Saturday, 2nd 8 weeks 8:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Prerequisites: None
Description:
This course introduces the use of indoor and outdoor physical activities to promote the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development of children. Topics include the role of active play, development of play skills, playground design, selection of safe equipment, and materials and surfacing for active play. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the stages of play, the role of teachers in play, and the design of appropriate active play areas and activities.