Recreation/ Relaxation Theory. 8
Pre-exercise/Instinct Theory. 9
Arousal modulation Theory. 11
Meta-communicative Theory. 12
VII. Incorporation of Play in Saudi Arabian Classrooms. 16
VIII. Play in Future Curriculum.. 17
The terms play and sport have long been confused in the development of the early childhood curriculum of education. Sequentially, most educators exclude social play in their curriculums, which in turn limits the access of social play to young children in their early years. Accordingly, various concerns that are still under consideration with regards to the importance of play in the classroom and the motivation of play in the classroom. In Saudi Arabia for example, the social play has often been excluded from the early childhood curriculum, which has, in turn, posed a problem for Saudi Arabian children. The role of play in early year’s classroom in Saudi Arabia will be the center of this paper and the paper analyzes the incorporation of play in Saudi Arabian classrooms. Relevantly, the paper also explains the difference between play and sport so as to explain to the readers the importance of play for children.
Key words: Early Childhood Education, Play, Theories of Play, Types of Play,
Early childhood education and the later forms of education differ from each other in relation to the focus on educative practices and procedures for their students. Early childhood education emphasizes the need for children to learn through play based on the concepts and beliefs of the power of play. The later stages of education, on the other hand, emphasize learning through the use of informative materials such as books. Accordingly, early childhood education links play to learning and researchers in this field explain that play is an important tool for learning in children. Whereas learning may include reading and carrying out activities such as community services and religious practices, play refers to the different social activities that children engage during the learning process (Pellegrini and Smith 1998 pp.580). Learning and play often overlap with each other, thus making play an interesting subject for research.
Play has always been considered as an activity carried out by children, rather than, adults. However, it is advisable to appreciate the play as an activity, which is enjoyed by all, children and adults alike (Pascal 2002 pp.62). While play is extremely beneficial to children as it is a sure way by which children learn to utilize their surplus energy, it is also a natural part of child growth and development. Play plays a role in the cognitive and social development of children, hence making it an important factor in early childhood education. Research has also identified that play is particularly instrumental for supporting the development of the students’ communication skills. Sequentially, most educators and education policy makers emphasize the need for the incorporation of play in the early childhood education curriculums (Bennett 2005 pp. 18). Such curriculums will incorporate play as a subject of its own together with other subjects such as mathematics, the arts, and sciences among other subjects. With such a curriculum, teachers and educators are required to allocate a specific time where children are encouraged to engage in various play activities.
The incorporation of play in early childhood curriculums Saudi Arabian classrooms has been a central issue of concern in most academic circles in the region. The country is becoming much more concerned with issues affecting their young children especially during the period of early childhood education. Studies conducted on the issue reveal that classrooms in Saudi Arabia are continually failing to incorporate play as a learning activity, and for that reason, the physical, social, and cognitive development of children in these classes is impaired (Bennett 2005 pp. 26). Accordingly, policy makers in the field of early education encourage educators and instructors to incorporate play in their curriculum as it assists in the alignment of the educational goals for each developmental stage in children.
This paper presents a critical examination of the role of play in early year’s classroom in Saudi Arabia. In essence, the paper provides an etymological definition of play, illustrating the different theories and types of play. The right to play will also be examined in the paper so as to explain the importance of play in a child’s life. The paper will conclude by scrutinizing the incorporation of play in Saudi classrooms, which will be geared towards encouraging play in future Saudi Arabian curriculums.
According to Cattanach, (1995 pp.95), play refers to any engrossing activity, which involves the fervent participation of young children. On the other hand, Power, et al. (99), defines play as the simpler subsection of the learning process in which the children explore their inhibited talents and learn to connect it with the latent abilities. Researchers also define play as an activity in which the person chooses freely without compulsion or constraint, and is ready to experience the consequences that come with play (Dweck 1999 pp.34). For one to be termed as engaging in play, one must enjoy the activity in which they engage in. The player must value it in a positive way and finally, the player must have self or intrinsic motivation. Sutton-Smith (1997 pp.199), argue that, during the formulation and development of play activities, teachers and educator ensure that their play activities incorporate the above characteristics. Accordingly, this is the only way that children will feel motivated.
Katz, (1993 pp.13), explains that, etymologically that play is defined as the activities that people engage in, to reduce the level of stress, by shifting their attention from class work. Broadhead (2006 pp. 191), argues that play is a form of learning activity people carry out to de-stress themselves and get a sense of self worth. Classically, Aristotle defines play as an activity that is carried out for its own sake, but regarded learning. In the modern world, play must be available for all and must run concurrently with play. Learning in the modern world is used as a curriculum. However, the best way is to refer to play as a discretionary time or as defined by Attar, (2003 pp.187), the free time an individual remains with after attending to learning and all the requirements of life. The period of play is considered as the time that one devotes to learning through socialization and the engagement of a variety of physical activities. It is important to note that a child’s play time is intended to be used as the child pleases. Play is, therefore, the activity in which one engages in during his free time to amuse himself, rest, add his knowledge, or take part in voluntary activities for the society or community. For children and young adults, playtime is only important of they engage in play activities after fully discharging his academic obligations. This is because it assists in the learning process through the addition of knowledge that goes beyond the classroom lessons.
The concept of play in early childhood education has long been the center of focus for educators and researchers in the field throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries (McLachlan 2010 pp.78). Most researchers have battled with the issue of play in a bid to understand why people, especially children, engage in play activities, and the importance of play to the child. Researchers came out to give their opinions and perceptions regarding play and its importance in early childhood development. Most of the work done by early theorist of play included definition and explanations of the concepts of play with special emphasis being placed on the use of play as a tool for learning and development in children. Some of the theorists intent on explaining the concept of play in early childhood education include Sigmund Freud, Jean Piaget, Herbert Spenser, Ivan Pavlov, Moritz Lazarus, J.B Watson, Montessori, Steiner, Erik Erickson, and Lev Vygostky among others (Rubin 1992 pp.4-14). The above-mentioned theorists focused their studies and works to the development of theories of play for better comprehension of the concept of play in early childhood education. Their extensive and exhaustive research studies explain the concepts of play from different perspectives all of which diverge but correlate with each other (Verenikina 2001. pp.1). These theorists aimed at explaining the importance of play in a child’s education and learning process, which in turn allowed professionals in the field to understand the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and educative function of play.
Researchers and academicians working in the fields of psychology and early childhood development have, therefore, identified various theories of play. Accordingly, these theories of play can be divided into two broad categories including classical theories of play and contemporary theories of play. Classical theories of play are the theories that were developed between the 19th and early 20th century, whereas the contemporary theories of play include the play theories that were developed after the twentieth century. These theories are further divided into subcategories, which provide a detailed explanation of the concept of play as examined by the particular theorist who developed the theory.
As previously mentioned, the classical theories of play can be predated to the period between the late 19 century and the early 20th century (Rubin 1992 pp.4-14). Most of the theories, which fall under the classical theories of play, have been identified as placing more emphasis on the reasons as to why children engage in play activities. The emphasis placed by these theories is on the physical and intuitive aspects of play for children. Put together, the classical theories contribute to the understanding of play through the placement of the concept of play in the limelight for further investigation (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). They are the earliest theories of play, which acknowledged the importance of play in early childhood education. These theories, further, laid the foundation for the advancement of the theories of play in the field of education. Five main classical theories of play have been identified including the Surplus energy theory, the recreation or relaxation theory, the recapitulation theory, the pre-exercise or instinct theory, and the compensation theory of play.
Proposed by Spencer (1875), the surplus energy theory of play argues that play arises as a result of the surplus energy that a child has after subjection to long hours of minimal physical activities. He postulated in his surplus energy theory, that people engaged themselves in plays to burn any excess energy that they may have. In most cases, individuals, especially young children are observed as to having high energy levels, which the proposers of this theory state need to be let out (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). According to this theory, children are motivated to play so as to release the energy they have stored up inside. As theorists explain, an observation of children during recess period is a clear illustration of the application of this theory. Elmer Mitchell, a theorist in support of the surplus energy theory, explains that human beings are dynamic creatures and are always on the lookout for any activity they can do to let out their pent up energy and express themselves (Almnie, 23).
The recreation or relaxation theory of place is the second theory of play that has been classified under the classical theories of play. This theory was developed by Moritz Lazarus in 1883, and later developed by Patrick 1916, as well as, Dockett and Fleer in 1999 (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). With this theory, play is considered as a method of dispelling the reticence experienced as a result of fatigue. This theory is founded on the notion that the day-to-day activities in which individuals engage in may cause exhaustion to these individuals. For that reason, engaging in play facilitates the replenishment of energy for children. Put simply, this theory argues that play is used as a tool of relaxation as it helps individuals to unwind after engagement normal activities such as reading and writing. Other researchers such as Perkins (1993 pp.19) contend with Moritz Lazarus, who stated that people engaged in play to preserve energy, thus put the learning theory forth. He argued that a change in activities such as physical exercise preserves energy.
Just as the name suggests, the recapitulation theory of play suggests that play is used as a tool for the repetition of various evolutionary changes that children undergo. Developed by Hall in 1906, the theory argues that play is an activity whereby individuals seek to relive their evolutionary past (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). With this theory, play is not considered as an activity that individuals engage in for the acquisition of future instinctual skills. However, play is used to get rid of the individual’s instinctive nature, which is in most cases carried on as a result of heredity, for proper growth and development. For that reason, the play activities that children engage in are more likely to correspond with the biological and cultural changes that humanity will undergo.
Closely linked with the recapitulation theory, the pre-exercise or instinct theory considers play as an instinctive activity rather than an atypical activity for children. This theory was developed by Karl Groos in 1898 and 1901 and is founded on the primary concept that play is indispensable to continued existence for humanity. In his indistinct practice theory Groos states simply that, when people are exhausted they engage in physical practices that sharpen their skills and enable them to survive in the future (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). This theory considers play as a unique tool for early childhood education development. Additionally, theory argues that play is distinct to childhood years, and for that reason, it cannot be easily identifiable in adulthood. The importance of this theory to early childhood education id identified in the fact that it focuses on the different play types, as opposed to, play as a physical activity. For example, the enactment of adult roles and responsibility during imaginative play by children prepares them for the future adult life. With this theory, educators and instructors are introduced to the intellectual or cognitive benefits of play for children.
The last, but not least, classical theory of play is the compensation theory. The compensation theory of play suggests that individuals engage in play for the sole purpose of the satisfaction of psychic needs. In essence, this theory of play argues that people engage in play for self-satisfaction. This theory is founded on the concept that the repetitive nature of work kills a person’s motivation, and for that reason, people will engage in play so as to satisfy themselves where their respective work does not.
Research studies explain that unlike the classical theories of play, contemporary theories are conceptually distinct and broader with relation to explaining the concept of play and its importance in early childhood education. Contemporary theories of play are more focused on finding out how play influences a child’s social and psychological development (Verenikina, 2001 pp.2). For that reason, these theories have taken the center stage in most modern research studies, as well as, early childhood education programs. Specifically, these theories have seen the incorporation of play in early education curriculums for the purpose of nurturing the development of children across the field of education. Just as the classical theories of play, the contemporary theories of play have been divided into sub-theories, all of which seek to examine the concept of play form a modern or contemporary perspective.
The psycho-analytic theory of play is the most recognized contemporary theory of play that was proposed by Sigmund and Anna Freud in 1959 and 1968 respectively (Verenikina 2001 pp.2). This theory of play supports the notion that play is a medium where individuals can relieve anxiety and stress. Play is, therefore, considered as a way of allowing children to get rid of any negative emotional problems that they may face during their day to day activities. This, in turn, allows children to gain control over their emotions, as they are allowed to safely express their negative emotions. this theory of play allows children to link their play activities with some of the real events that they experience. Children are allowed to dramatize their past, present and future real life events. Conclusively, this theory also considers play as a form of creative exploration whereby the individuals play to arouse their stimuli and test their environment (Almnie, 22; Delpit 1995 pp.55).
First proposed by Berlyne 1960, and later developed by Ellis in 1973 the Arousal modulation theory of play suggests that play is essential for the maintenance of an optimal state of arousal for the human body and mind (Verenikina 2001 pp.3). This theory of play is based on a behaviorist stimulus and response assumption, which emphasizes the need for the stimulation of the senses for children and individuals engaging in play. This theory is founded on the believe that play is not limited to being a physical activity, and is also a mental activity with which children need to engage in fully. With this theory, play is used either for raising or lowering a person’s stimulation. This is however dependent on whether or not the individual is under-stimulated or over-stimulated.
The meta-communicative theory of play proposed by Bateson in 1976 describes play as a platform for communication in children (Verenikina 2001 pp.3). This theory argues that children engage in play for the purpose of communicating with their peers as well as their supervisors. With this theory, play is used to describe the activities that children engage in so as to promote communication and self-expression. This theory is based on the inherent human characteristics where a person seeks to express himself or herself through communication, and seeks to find out the best possible mode for this communication.
The cognitive theory of play is one of the most well-known modern theories of play. Proposed by Jean Piaget in 1962, this theory of play argues that play had various cognitive functions and children engaged in play so as to meet their cognitive needs. In the development of the theory, Piaget argued for the role of play in three cognitive stages including the sensorimotor stage, the pre-operational stage, and the concrete operational stage (Verenikina 2001 pp.3). In the sensorimotor stage, children learn sensations and movement through play. The pre-operational stage, on the other hand, sees the acquisition of motor skills in children through play, whereas the concrete operational stage argues for the use of play for the development of intellectual skills such as problem solving..
In the years 1977 and 1978, Lev Vygotsky developed the social-cultural theory of play, which emphasized the play as a tool for socialization and the improvement of interpersonal skills (Verenikina 2001 pp.3). This theory is based on the principles of cooperative play, which argue that play involves two or more children. For that reason, play is seen as a tool for social development, which is in turn, linked to the cognitive development of children.
In order to understand the importance of play in early childhood development, one must consider the various types of play that children engage in during their free time. Accordingly, two broad classifications of play have been identified including free play and structured play. Brooker, (2002 pp.38), defines free play as the kind of play that children chose what to do, and how to play. This kind of play involves the intervention of an adult in minimal scale as compared to structured play. Free play allows children to engage in their preferred play activities with minimal intervention for adults with whom they are under supervision. With this kind of play, children organize themselves and make their own rules regarding the play activities in which they engage. Structured play, on the other hand, refers to the kind of play whereby adults engage in the play activity together with the children. This form of play is important because the input of the teachers is instrumental in ensuring that the children are engaged in constructive form of play (Whalen 1995 pp.320). The adults initiate that play, controls the materials and the resources that the children have to play with and intervene in the course of the play. Teachers or practitioners are expected to have a better idea about the play and the general or specific objectives of initiating that play in the classroom. This is what influences the kind of intervention that the practitioner implements (Denzin 1995 pp.460). There are various believes and mixed opinions as the social constructivist believe that free play is easy to isolate, and in not involving children in sharing and contracting meanings. The original work of the social constructivists such as Vygotsky and Bruner (1996 pp.79), easily envisage that adults will get themselves into the children’s play. However, they also argue that reflection and sharing of information is vital in enriching the child’s experiences and plays a hugely prominent role in the learning process (Carr 2001 pp. 211).
Fundamentally, free play and structured play can be further categorized into six main types of play including active play, quiet play, cooperative play, creative play, dramatic play, and manipulative play.
Active play refers to the type of play whereby the child or student is involved in plenty of physical activity (Denzin 1995 pp.462). Examples of active play include swinging, and other outdoor activities.
Quiet play is the complete opposite of active play, as it is the kind of play where children are encouraged to engage in play activities with minimal noise (Beckoff 2001 pp.313; Denzin 1995 pp.465). Here, children are encourages to keep quiet and open up their minds so as to critically think and reason during play. Examples of Quiet play include puzzles, painting and drawing.
Cooperative play refers to the type of play whereby more than two children are involved in one play activity (Denzin 1995 pp.466). With this type of play, children can learn from socializing with others, as well as, observing what their peers are doing during play. Examples of cooperative play include board games, as well as, games that require teams such as basketball.
This is a form of play whereby a child is encouraged to use their imagination in the creation of things during play time (Beckoff 2001 pp.317). A good example of this is the engagement of a child in art activities whereby they sculpt or draw individual pieces of art.
Also referred to as dramatic play, imaginative play refers to the type of play where children are allowed to make up characters and play settings during playtime (Denzin 1995 pp.467; Beckoff 2001 pp.316). During the engagement of such a type of play, children make-up the game, as well as, the events that take place during the play activity. An example of imaginative play is role playing, which might involve a child playing the role of the parent.
This type of play emphasizes the need for coordination and the development of motor skills in children (Denzin 1995 pp.468). In such a type of play, children are presented with the opportunity to develop their focus and coordination. Examples of manipulative play include coloring, art and craft among other things.
Cowie and Carr (2004 pp.24), argue that just as children have a right to education, they also have a right to engage in play activities without discrimination. Children should not be excluded from playing on the grounds of race, colors, age, or religious beliefs. Discrimination of children from play and play activities is regarded as detrimental to child growth and development, and the discriminated child experiences deterred social and cognitive growth. Healthy play however, implies that the rights of the child or player are upheld, hence promoting positive growth and development in children (Goodenow 1992 pp.177-196). All children should be presented with opportunities to participate in their preferred play activity. By so saying, teachers need to create an environment in which children have an equal chance of participating in play without bias or discrimination. Any form of discrimination may decimate the child’s spirit, and may even lead to frustration and depression (Salomon 1997 pp.22; Broadhead 2006 pp.196). As researchers explain, whenever the right of children in a play is infringed, a child loses their self esteem, which may be carried on to the classroom and the child may not be active in the classroom setting. All children should be treated with the kind of respect they deserve at all times; by giving children an opportunity to play, they become active in class. Play is considered as one of the most valuable social activities to children. For that reason, no individual should be discriminated against in the participation of play (Claxton and Carr 2007 pp.87).
Saudi Arabia, just like any other country, is the world has rules and regulations that govern the country’s education system. Saudi Arabia has an education system that caters for the needs of both sexes (Al-Ameel 2004 pp.8). Both male and female children have a right to development. Educationists in Saudi Arabia know the importance of play to children and, advocates for enough time for playing. The country has a well-structured education system, in which those who deny their right to education are liable to punishment. The country believes that education is paramount to everybody (Claxton and Carr 2007 pp. 92; Delpit 1995 pp.56). To get a clear picture on how much the government of Saudi Arabia values play in the early year’s classroom, researchers in the field have conducted an analysis of the number of hours children engage in play both inside their schools and outside. These studies have gone to show that even though Saudi Arabian students engage in play activities in school, it is not enough to contribute in the social and cognitive development of children. Most of the children in Saudi Arabia are not actively involved in play both within the school setting and within the home setting. For that reason, there is a need for a complete integration of play in the early year’s school curriculum in Saudi Arabia.
Currently researchers have encouraged the Saudi Arabian government to regulate the number of hours that children play. Studies carried out to investigate the incorporation of play in Saudi Arabian classrooms have unearthed a lot of disparity about the general knowledge on the importance of play. play in developing children in the early years. The teachers most from both public and private schools agree that the early year’s programs in Saudi Arabian schools are the foundation stage in the childhood education. This is the same argument that Al-Shahee, (2004 pp. 195) provides. These programs are vital as they focus on pre-reception, reception for children in the age group of two years to 5 years. Evidently, most educators are familiar with the importance of play for children and they allocate large track of land for play. These Saudi Arabian schools are also brightly decorated in the interior of their classroom buildings to encourage the involvement of children in play activities. Additionally, most of the classrooms in Saudi Arabia are themed playroom, which helps in reflecting what the children have learnt. However, even with the allocation of playing facilities for children. Saudi Arabian teachers and educators have failed in the proper inclusion of play in their early year’s curriculum (Al-Ameel 2004 pp.28). For that reason, these facilities lay to waste, as teachers and educators fail to implement the policies regarding playtime for children.
As previously mentioned, the ministry of education in Saudi Arabia plays an active role in the formulation of policies with regards to early childhood education. Because they have long provided direction for the implementation of learning, they should also encourage the full integration of play into the early childhood curriculum (Graue and Walsh 1995 pp.112). As a recommendation for complete inclusion of play in Saudi Arabian classrooms, the role of the teacher needs to be emphasized for the assurance of the incorporation of play in future curriculums. All teachers and educators need to familiarize themselves with the theories and types of play, as well as, the policies regarding the children’s rights to play. More specific recommendations for the inclusion of play in the future curriculums may include a proper examination of the games and toys made available to children for play (Hajji 1990 pp.16). Teachers and educators need to ensure that the toys they provide for play are related to the unit or subject being taught. For example, in the weekly classroom curriculum, educators may incorporate different toys for different units/subjects such as the water unit, family unit and food unit. In such a case, the toys presented to students should directly correspond to the subject taught. Proper planning is also prerequisite for play in future classrooms as it assures that the games chosen for playtime are suitable to meet the needs and requirements of the children (Mohammed 1994 pp.23). Teachers and educators also need to sort out the role of their students during play activities, and the rules of the game to be played, so as to, determine whether or not the child understands the instructions given. Where possible, Saudi Arabian educators also need to provide assistance for these children during play activities so as to ensure that the full effect of the play activity is felt by the student. An evaluation of the effectiveness of play in the early year’s curriculum will also be necessary in the future curriculums so as to monitor the changes and trends in child development.
Understanding the overall, underlying concept in play, and learning is crucial for early childhood educators and instructors. Play is an age old activity in which anybody can freely engage in disregard of their ages, race, color, gender and religion. The history of play in early childhood education is extraordinarily broad and needs to be covered completely for the comprehension of the concept of play. The most valuable thing to note is the fact that play in learning should be done not only for the sheer enjoyment but of the perceived importance of the growth and development of children. Play is very important in the early year’s classroom, and for that reason, there is a need for the formulation of policies geared at integrating play in the curriculum. The government of Saudi Arabia, as well as, the ministry of education has worked tirelessly to ensure that children have enough time to play during their early childhood education. However, most schools and professionals charged with educating young children do not consider play as important. For that reason, they have exempted play from their early year’s curriculum. This is attributable to the fact that there has not been enough research on the importance of play in Saudi Arabia (Mohammed 1994 pp.23). Play in the early year’s classroom in Saudi Arabia should, therefore, be included in the future curriculums, as it is instrumental in learning.
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