5 credits

Play, creative expression, and the arts offer children opportunities to learn about who they are—to express and explore their individuality and to flourish together. The competencies in this course allow educators to explore the value and practice of fostering play, creativity, and the creative arts with children preschool through third grade. Educators also analyze the role child-centered learning and teaching play in fostering children's creative thinking and creative involvement in the arts.

Note: This version of EDUC 4019 is only available as part of specific competency-based Tempo Learning® programs.