Assignment 1:
Creative Environments for Learning
Directions: Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of one (1) single-spaced page to a maximum of two (2) pages in length.
Explain how art centers and music centers enhance children's development in these three key areas: emotional, social, and cognitive.
Next, study the designs for effective art centers and for effective music centers. Identify and list at least five similarities you notice between them.
Then describe some of the other aspects each one needs to be effective.
Assignment 2:
Creating Environments for Learning
Directions: Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of one (1) single-spaced page to a maximum of two (2) pages in length.
Describe the features of the five types of playgrounds: traditional, contemporary,
adventure, creative, and natural.
Then, think about the kinds of playgrounds you played on as a child. What did you enjoy doing most and why?
Next, briefly describe how playing outdoors enhances children's development in each of these areas: physical, motor, social, and cognitive, and in appreciation of nature.