During this workshop, we will revisit what it means for children to play and be playful and what the role of the educator is in promoting and facilitating play at a time when it seems like everything is turned upside down. Participants will be asked to share their own ideas, thoughts, and concerns about playing during a pandemic and together we will examine the factors to be considered when promoting a healthy play environment.
Facilitator Biography: Dr. Christine McLean is a full-time faculty member of the Department of Child and Youth Study at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Prior to this position, Christine lived and worked in St. John's, NL, for almost three decades where she was involved in the ECE community in a variety of capacities. Her research interests include pedagogical documentation, implementation of early learning frameworks, reflective practice and, of course, play.
September 3, 2020
6:30 PM
Online