What if… we took play more seriously in the schools system?
03 December 2020, 5:45 pm–6:45 pm
When it comes to our schools system, can all forms of play be equal, or will some always be more equal than others? And are all pupils able to benefit, especially as digital access becomes more important?
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In education, though, play has seemed to carry less respect, squeezed out by curriculum reforms and shrinking break times. How can we raise play’s credibility in this sphere without draining it of its distinctive contribution and appeal?
Play of course takes many forms, from unstructured, independent activity to organised team sports, while digital technology is adding new dimensions to its repertoire – dimensions that have become more important in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions on children’s ability to socialise with one another in person.
We’ve brought together experts from a range of fields to throw around some ideas about the place of play in children’s learning.
Speakers
- Shahneila Saeed, Head of Education and Programme Director of Digital Schoolhouse, The Association for UK Interactive Entertainment (Ukie)
- Sara Baker, Reader in Developmental Psychology and Education, University of Cambridge
- Michael Rosen, Professor of Children's Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London
- Tom McBride, Director of Evidence, Early Intervention Foundation
- Chair: Dominic Wyse, Professor of Early Childhood and Primary Education, UCL Institute of Education
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