Play is learning : a pedagogy for building teacher capacity integrating play in math instruction / by Amandeep Kaur Randhawa.
| Author/creator | Randhawa, Amandeep Kaur author. |
| Other author | Militello, Matthew, degree supervisor. |
| Other author | East Carolina University. Department of Educational Leadership. |
| Format | Theses and dissertations |
| Publication | [Greenville, N.C.] : [East Carolina University], 2023. |
| Description | 1 online resource (232 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
| Supplemental Content | Access via ScholarShip |
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| Variant title | Play is learning a pedagogy for building teacher capacity integrating play in math instruction. |
| Summary | The purpose of this participatory action research (PAR) project was to support teachers to integrate play as a primary pedagogy in the math program. The theory of action was: If teachers develop a mathematical program integrating play pedagogy, then teacher capacity will expand to support the implementation of play in math instruction. I conducted the participatory action research (PAR) study with a small group of three teachers who were in a co-practitioner researcher group. We analyzed the current math instructional program, grade level standards, and designed and implemented play-based learning opportunities that supported classroom instruction. I collected and analyzed data from evidence-based observations in math classes and post-observation conversations to understand the extent to which play can be integrated into the standards-based lessons. Two findings were: (1) With intentional planning and reflection, teachers improve their instructional practices while building their capacity to integrate play-based learning in mathematics instruction; and (2) by integrating instructional practices that involve peer engagement, teachers shift their practice from whole-class instruction to facilitating learning activities and observing students' play-based learning. Finally, we are continuing by sharing with all grade levels at our school and with other schools in the district so other teachers can use play-based learning practices in all elementary grade levels. Play based learning shifts the teacher role in the classroom to a facilitator of learning and supports learning opportunities that aid and broaden students' understanding of mathematical concepts. |
| General note | Presented to the Faculty of the Department of Educational Leadership |
| General note | Advisor: Matthew Militello |
| General note | Title from PDF t.p. (viewed January 14, 2025). |
| Dissertation note | Ed.D. East Carolina University 2023. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Technical details | System requirements: Adobe Reader. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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