Exploring Play-Based Learning Strategies

What is the primary focus of play-based learning?

• Structured academic instruction

• Play as a central element for learning and development

• Teacher-led activities

• Memorisation of facts

Which of the following is a key feature of play-based learning?

• Teacher-directed activities

• Child-directed exploration

• Rote learning

• Standardised testing

According to Lev Vygotsky, how does play affect a child's development?

• It hinders their daily behaviour

• It makes them act below their average age

• It elevates them above their average age

• It has no impact on their development

Which framework guides early childhood education in Ontario?

• Common Core Standards

• How Does Learning Happen?

• No Child Left Behind

• Every Student Succeeds Act

What is the purpose of a sensory table in a play-based classroom?

• To promote literacy skills

• To support motor, cognitive, and social skills

• To teach mathematical concepts

• To provide a quiet space for reading

Which type of play is essential for developing gross motor skills?

• Dramatic play

• Outdoor play

• Quiet play

• Tabletop play

What is a key benefit of music play in early learning?

• It focuses solely on musical theory

• It discourages social interaction

• It sparks curiosity and creativity

• It is only for entertainment

How does multiculturalism support diversity in play-based learning?

• By focusing on a single culture

• By teaching children about different cultures

• By avoiding cultural topics

• By promoting stereotypes

Which curriculum approach focuses on child-initiated learning through play?

• High Scope

• Reggio Emilia

• Play-Based

• Montessori

What is the role of educators in play-based learning?

• To dictate all activities

• To guide and extend children's learning

• To focus on testing

• To minimise interaction with children