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Pedagogy and Practice of Play in Childhood Education (EEND-661; 3 credit hours)
SPECIAL PRICE $585
Examines how children learn through play and how play-based learning can support children’s development in a the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language domains. Candidates will delve into the theoretical foundations of play and examine the works of theorists such as Piaget, Vygotsky, and Erikson, to gain insights into the various stages of play development. Practical aspects of the course will focus on creating play-rich environments that stimulate creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among young learners. Candidates will explore the role of the educator in facilitating play-based learning, including how to observe and assess children’s play, how to scaffold children’s learning through play, and how to integrate play into the curriculum. Best practices in play-based learning, as well as discussions on the cultural and societal factors that can impact play in early childhood education will take place.
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Techsplorations: Technology Awareness for Today’s Students (EEND-686; 1 credit hour)
SPECIAL PRICE: $195
Candidates will identify the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) upon educators and students as they explore the role of artificial intelligence in today’s learning environments and careers. The use of AI tools to enhance student learning and provide more options for differentiation will be shared as candidates examine the effective and ethical use of AI in today’s classrooms.