Play Based Learning

Short description:

Play based learning is a term used in educational psychology to describe how a child can learn to make sense of the world around them. Through play children can develop social and cognitive skills, mature emotionally, and gain the self-confidence required to engage in new experiences and environments. This course is designed to walk you through the concept of play based learning, its value and approaches

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Explain what is Play-based learning and why it should be a part of the classroom
• Unbox Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development and creative minds.
• Apply a play-based approach to learning
• Understand the value of play
• Explore executive functions, activities and the value of learning

About Instructor

Mona Jalees has been associated with the field of education since 15 years. Currently she is working as a Principal in a reputable educational institute and as a freelance Curriculum Developer for schools. She conducts online and on-site sessions,  is associated as a Facilitator with different organizations i.e Noor-ul-Huda Foundation & PEDA, and Project Lead at Taleemi Hub. She has a vast experience in EY curriculum designing, School Improvement Plan and in dealing with students with learning disorders. Mona is also working as a storyteller in collaboration with Chugtai Lab Education Services and Alif Laila bus society.