28. Provocations in Play
What is a provocation? – setting-up the environment in a way that
engages and arouses student curiosity as well as allow for meaningful
play – a discovery activity
The beginning of the inquiry – for the students to begin asking own
questions and to discover on their own and begin to question each
other
Role of the adult – not interfering with the play, but to facilitate and
create chances for students to wonder and feel empowered
Provocations promote student-led inquiry – students work
together to lead the direction of the unit and the flow of the play
Provocations emphasize the importance of process – the learning
process and assessment is more important than the final product
32. Role of a
Classroom
Environment
• Children’s imagination
• The roles & functions of
spaces
• Classroom management
• Resources
• Classroom organization