THIS IS A GROUP PROJECT, BELLOW I HAVE ATTACHED WHAT MY GROUPMATES HAVE DONE, YOU ARE ONLY DOING MY PART WHICH IS THE **ART CENTER**
Ms. Ramirez is a passionate entrepreneur who is opening “Bright Futures Academy,” a state-of-the-art early childhood center. She envisions a place where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through play-based learning. However, she feels overwhelmed by the range of learning center options and how to design them effectively.
To bring her vision to life, she hires Play Consulting Group, a team of experts in early childhood education and play-based learning.
Purpose: Students will work in groups of 4-6 to design an environment that promotes play as a vehicle for learning and the development.
Directions
- Choose Learning Centers
Select a center from the list below to focus on:- Art Center
- Conduct a Literature Review
Research what experts say about the role of play and learning in the center you have selected. Write a short literature review (summary) for each center, citing at least three resources. Include the following considerations:- Learning Opportunities: What types of learning experiences does the center offer (cognitive, language)?
- Social Development: How does this center encourage social interaction and development? Describe in detail
- Interactions:
- Between students?
- Between teachers and students?
- Design Your Ideal Learning Center
Based on your research, create a design for the selected center that promotes play and supports social and cognitive development. Include the following:- Learning Materials:
- Provide a list of at least 12-15 materials for each center.
- Describe how these materials will be used to encourage the children’s development.
- Invitations to Play:
- Describe at least three hands-on, open-ended activities for each center to inspire playful exploration.
- For each activity, write three specific, thought-provoking questions to encourage deeper thinking.
- Describe at least three hands-on, open-ended activities for each center to inspire playful exploration.
- Learning Materials:
- Reference Page
- Include a properly formatted APA reference page citing all sources used.
How to Submit
- Format:
- Submit your project as a PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva or PDF.
- Ensure all group members names are included on the title slide.
- Content:
- Address all required components from the project description, including:
- Literature reviews for each centers.
- Floor plans and center designs
- Lists of materials and “invitations to play” for each center.
- Thought-provoking questions for each activity.
- Address all required components from the project description, including:
- Visual Appeal:
- Use clear, high-quality images, diagrams, or illustrations to support your ideas.
- Incorporate consistent design elements, such as matching fonts, color schemes, and layout styles.
- Avoid clutter; ensure slides are clean and easy to read.
- Spelling and Grammar:
- Proofread for spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors.
- Use professional, clear, and concise language throughout.
- Uniformity:
- Maintain a consistent format across all slides (e.g., title placement, text alignment).
- All group members’ contributions should align in tone and style to create a cohesive presentation.
- References: Include an APA-formatted reference slide citing all sources used in your research and project
- Upload: Group leader will submit final project to Canvas for the group
Rubric
Ideal Place to Play
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLiterature Review |
|
20 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLearning Materials |
|
20 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInvitations to Play |
|
20 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVisual Appeal & Uniformity |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling and Grammar |
|
5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA References |
|
5 pts |
Total Points: 100
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