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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.

DOI:

10.1007/s10643-018-00924-2
Early Childhood Teachers’ Views and Teaching Practices in Outdoor Play with Young Children in Singapore

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