TRAINING: Play-based Learning Workshop for Madrasa Early Childhood Programme in Mandera, Kenya (MECP-K)

August 15, 2024 | 4:02 pm


Overview

This course explores various forms of play, its role in learning, and how to integrate play into daily routines. This workshop focuses on engaging with and understanding different forms of play, defining its key characteristics, and exploring its vital role in learning and development. Participants will design simple play items with everyday materials and learn how to integrate play into both professional practices and daily routines, enhancing cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

Format

The course is delivered in the English language over two days in a face-to-face seminar.

Course learning outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Explore and Experience Various Forms of Play: Actively engage with and understand different types of play.
  2. Define and Analyze Play: develop a clear definition of play and identify its key characteristics
  3. understand the Role of Play in Learning: Appreciate the significance of play as a crucial component in learning and development, including its impact on cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
  4. Create Simple Play Items: Design and craft basic play items using readily available materials.
  5. Integrate Play into Daily Practices: Develop strategies for incorporating play into their professional roles and everyday routine

Eligibility

This course is suitable for professionals who directly manage, assist and/or deliver ECD programmes.

Certificates

Participants who successfully meet the course requirements will receive a certificate of completion.




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