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Play or Academics?

By ITS Education Asia


 

Many educators and researchers argue more play in the early years of school could better support children’s transition and learning. Many are suggesting play based learning to be integrated into schools’ formal learning structure.

High-quality play-based learning can:

However, the Australian Early Years Learning Framework which guides educational programs for children up to 5, take a different approach. The curriculum focuses on academic performance even at a preschool level.

 

Do you think early year education should be play focus or academic focus? Let us know in the comments below.

 

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