Connecticut Association for the Education of Young Children Saturday, September 27: Conference Day Morning Session - 8:30am-10:00am
S37. When to Play and When to Get Out of the Way Development Presented by Peg Olivera (I/T, P, K, FCC)
While unfettered exploration is essential to allowing children to grow important skills, so is adult-directed guidance and scaffolding. In this workshop we will: Consider the latest research on the relationship between play and learning Define a spectrum of play depending on the adult or child’s initiation and direction. Investigate the importance of a range of types of play - from free play to guided play to playful learning - in addressing explicit learning goals. Spanish translation provided. S38. It’s Child’s Play! Fostering Engagement and Sparking Joy in Preschool Classrooms Presented by Christina Lye (P) Effective early childhood classrooms thrive on joyful learning. But what does that look like? Explore strategies to foster deep engagement in children while nurturing your own excitement for teaching, creating environments that inspire curiosity, connection, and shared joy in learning. S39. Navigating Change: Transforming Learning Spaces to Support Playful Interactions for all Young Learners Presented by Kimberly Cellini and Paula Gooslin (I/T, P, K, FCC) Get ready to be creative in your classroom environment. The workshop is designed to inspire and empower early childhood educators in creating adaptable, engaging and effective learning environments for children. We will explore ways to transform classroom arrangements in your current learning environment to better support the developmental needs of the children in your classroom.
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