Unit 1 Assignment: Play Theories and Experiences
Due Date: 11:59 pm EST Sunday of Unit 1
Points: 100
Overview:
In this unit the important developmental theories spanning from classical to postmodern periods have been discussed.
Instructions:
- Choose one theorist with whom you most connect and answer the following questions:
- Identify the theorist and their theory. Include why you connect with this theory the
- How does their theory relate to your own play experiences as a child?
- Conduct additional research and address the following points:
- Discuss any new information you found and how the theory impacts you now as an
- How what you have learned has changed your view on play? Play Theories and Experiences
- Discuss how you will implement this theory (or components of it) into your own classroom.
Requirements:
- Submit a Word document in APA format.
- At least two pages in length (excluding the Title and Reference pages), double- spaced, 12 font.
- At least two resources; one must be your textbook. Play Theories and Experiences
Be sure to read the criteria below by which your work will be evaluated before you write and again after you write.
Evaluation Rubric for Unit 1 Assignment
| CRITERIA | Exemplary | Proficient | Needs Improvement | Deficient |
| 15 points | 12 – 14 points | 9 – 11 points | 0 – 8 points | |
| Introduction of theorist, theory, personal connection, and relation to experiences as a
child. |
The introduction is thoughtfully and carefully written, making a clear connection to childhood experiences. | The introduction makes connections to childhood experiences but is missing minor details. | The introduction makes connections to childhood experiences but is missing key details. | The introduction is missing or poorly written. |
| Discussion of new information and how it impacts you as an educator | The discussion and impact are clearly and concisely written and addresses its impact on the
educator. |
The discussion and impact are present but are missing minor details. | The discussion and impact are present but are missing key details. Play Theories and Experiences | The discussion is missing or poorly written. |
| Changes in personal viewpoint on play | The changes in personal viewpoint are thoughtfully and carefully written. | The changes in personal viewpoint are present but are missing minor details. | The changes in personal viewpoint are present but are missing key details. | The changes in viewpoint are missing or poorly written. |
| Implementation of theory in the classroom | The implementation of the theory is creatively well thought out and easily adapted to the appropriate learning situation. | The implementation of the theory is present but is missing minor details. Play Theories and Experiences | The implementation of the theory is present but is missing key details. | The implementation is missing or poorly written. |
| 10 points | 8 – 9 points | 6 – 7 points | 0 – 5 points | |
| Resources | More than 2 resources. | 2 resources. | n/a | 0-1 resource. |
| 15 points | 12 – 14 points | 9 – 11 points | 0 – 8 points | |
| Paper Length | At least 2 pages. | n/a | n/a | Less than 2 pages. |
| Clear and Professional Writing and APA Format | Writing and format are clear, professional, APA compliant, and error free. | Few errors that do not impede professional presentation. | Significant
errors that do not impede professional presentation. Play Theories and Experiences |
Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed. |
