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Music and Play in Early Childhood Education explores the integration of musical activities and play as essential tools for promoting holistic development in young children. It highlights how singing, rhythm, movement, and imaginative play support cognitive growth, language development, creativity, social interaction, and emotional expression while making learning enjoyable and engaging. The topic emphasizes the role of play-based musical experiences in helping children explore their environment, build confidence, and develop both fine and gross motor skills. Course objectives include enabling learners to understand the importance of music and play in early childhood development, recognize their impact on learning and behavior, identify effective ways to integrate musical play into teaching practices, and develop strategies for creating interactive and stimulating learning environments for young children.
This lecture is part of EEC 306 Musical instruments and Techniques for Young Learners in the Early Childhood Education department. The course has 15 recorded lectures across 5 series, all free to watch. Read or download the EEC 306 lecture note to study alongside the video.
