PUBLISHED
June 13, 2023
Early Childhood Teachers’ Views and Teaching Practices in Outdoor Play with Young Children in Singapore
Authors:
Hoi Yin Bonnie Yim, Marjory Ebbeck, Sheela Warrier
Source:
Early Childhood Education Journal
Type:
Journal Article
Subjects:
Early Childhood Teachers
Outdoor play
Physical activity
Keywords:
Academic pressure
Reduced playtime
Significance of play
Teachers’ perspective
Abstract:
Recent research suggests that growing academic pressures have led to an extended focus on the academic curriculum during early childhood education, subsequently reducing playtime for children. This has prompted inquiries into the significance and role of play. The present study explores the perspectives of early childhood teachers in Singapore regarding the value of outdoor play and their instructional approaches in this context. The findings reveal that while most teachers enjoy conducting outdoor activities with their students, many are concerned about the lack of physical and human resources. Based on these findings, the authors discuss several implications and recommendations.
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