Meeting Pattern
Online/Google Classroom
Description
Explore the role of play in our lives through this book by Stuart Brown. Brown breaks down the facets of play, explores how play is necessary, how it impacts us biologically and socially, and examines ways of re-introducing play back into our lives. The text includes many implications for professionals who work with and provide support to others.
Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes
Objectives:
You will:
- Identify the impact of play on the brain.
- Identify what play looks like across the lifespan.
- Utilize the knowledge gained from the text and apply it to their profession.
Required Text:
Brown, S. (2010). Play: How it shapes the brain, opens the imagination, and invigorates the soul. Can be ordered on Amazon.
Testimonials:
"THIS WAS A WELL ORGANIZED COURSE."
"THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING BOOK. i ENJOY ALL OF THE INSTRUCTOR'S COURSES!"
"ENJOYED DOING COURSE AT MY OWN, REALISTIC PACE. GOOD FEEDBACK FROM THE INSTRUCTOR."
"THE BOOK INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE TO EDUCATORS; THIS CAN HELP ALL STUDENTS LEARN AT A PLAYFUL LEVEL."
Registration Instructions
Online registration URL closes @ 5:00 p.m. on September 25, 2026.
You will receive an email when you have successfully registered. Allow 48 hours (2 business days) to process your registration form. You will receive access information prior to course start date.