Discussion of aspects of play therapy
Not what you're looking for?
In early childhood education, what does research say about the effectiveness of play therapy? What are the present limitations of play therapy research? Can and should play therapy be conducted in an elementary classroom? By whom? What do you consider to be the future of play therapy?
Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary
Various aspects of play therapy are articulated.
Solution Preview
First, as you look at some early childhood education research about the effectiveness of play therapy, I see it as highly effective for kids who have experienced abuse or neglect. I also see it as highly powerful as an intervention for special needs kids, at risk kids and also kids with severe behavioral problems.
Much of the research that I currently emphasize derives from the University of North Texas. You might argue that Barrett's research about the effects of play therapy demonstrate that it ...
Education
- BS , Slippery Rock University
- MA, Slippery Rock University
Recent Feedback
- "thk u"
- "Thank you. Posted one more.. if you are online pls help. "
- "thk u"
- "thk u"
- "thnk you"
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
Importance of Exploratory Play for Early Learning
Research indicates that young children require the freedom to safely explore their environment to build cognitive skills. This quiz will introduce some play-based early intervention techniques to promote learning.
Pre-school Scissor Skills
Learning to use scissors properly is an important pre-school skill. This quiz will provide a brief review of typical skill development and pre-requisite activities.
The Benefits of Early Childhood Assessment
Learn about why it is important to assess children, and how assessment can benefit the teacher and the children.
Assessment in Education
Short check for understanding about various assessment types in Education
Expulsion and Suspension
Brief description of expulsion and suspension with the impacts on a student's life. This is important for anyone entering the fields of education or childcare.