An Investigation of Young Children’s Play Experiences through Interviews of their Play Perceptions

서지정보

· 발행기관 : 계명대학교 사회과학연구소
· 수록지 정보 : 한국 사회과학연구 / 37권 / 1호 / 295 ~ 315페이지
· 저자명 : Youhne, Mia Song

초록

This research investigated to better understand young children’s play experiences by seeking children’s own perspectives using a single interview method. This study reports on an analysis of single interviews conducted with 27 preschool children (3 to 5 years of age) in two single-age preschool classrooms and one multi-age classroom in an all-inclusive preschool setting in the United States. The findings highlight that young children are aware of their own play experiences and that they understand their role in the research process. Results of the interviews with children indicated that there was a strong relationship between children attitudes and learning through play. This study used a new method to explore play in early childhood and examined young children’s thoughts and views about their own play experiences. Results of this study demonstrate the need to provide a voice for children and to critically evaluate their capacity to participate in research. Children need to be provided every opportunity to express their own perspectives and the field of early childhood education needs to be encouraged to listen.

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