Course Details

Course 15: Designing Effective Indoor Play and Learning Environments for School-Age Programs

Course ID 72668

CypherWorx

(888) 685-4440

Description

Planning effective environments is the first step to planning an effective program. When environments are attractive, interesting, and comfortable, they provide a backdrop for a varied program that can address the developmental needs of school-age children. The look and feel of well-planned environments send messages that let children know they are welcome and valued. They are inviting and encourage children to get involved and stay engaged with program activities and experiences.

2.00 Hours

Course Level

Formal

General Continuing Education

Course Category

School Age

Formal Approved

(2 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Steps to advance children's physical and intellectual development (2 Hours)

Infant Mental Health Core Competency Areas

Family Child Care Home Provider

Child Care Center Staff

School Age

Elementary (K-3rd grade)

Middle (4th-8th grade)

Goals and Objectives

As a result of this training, students will be able to:
• Discuss why it is important to provide a quality school-age program indoor environment that supports the developmental needs of school-age children.
• Discuss the use of Interest Areas as tools for creating an environment that supports children’s interests and developmental needs.
• Identify and describe typical Interest Areas for school-age program indoor environments.
• Plan environments that are warm and inviting and help children feel welcome and comfortable.

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