Lesson 1: Play-Based learning
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Play-based learning approach
A Play based learning approach is a child-centered learning approach whereby appropriate games are used to help learners to learn faster and better, more easily and in an enjoyable manner. Psychologists have recognized that through play, learners are attentively focused on their objective.
How to use a game in learning
The game is one activity of a lesson that can be divided into two phases:
Preparatory phase
• Select or develop a game according to the subject and learning outcome
• Prepare all materials needed
• Identify the steps of the lesson where the game will fit
Execution phase
• Arrange the classroom according to the game selected
• Explain to learners the name and the purpose of the game
• Lead the game in a funny way following its instructions
• If the game is long, work on it with few learners, then help others encourage their teams to Stop the game
• Ask learners to reflect on the game and discover the relationship between the game and the lesson
• Continue with the steps of the lessons
The game could fit in the introduction when reviewing the previous lesson to help learners to discover a new concept, in the main body while teaching new concept by demonstration or manipulation and in the conclusion and evaluation, by strengthening the new skills acquired, capturing learners’ ideas, and assessing the learning outcomes.