This module will enable students to develop and demonstrate their understanding of playwork and contextualize it into their ministerial context. Students develop an integrated practice that is informed by their understanding and creative application of the Playwork Principles, their application of the GRACE Foundations for Ministry and their working within the National Occupational Standards for Playwork.
Students develop skills in using play as an approach to ministry with children and families, designing and managing play spaces, and developing play spaces that support healthy child development.
Students will gain skills as a reflective and theologically reflective practitioner and demonstrate theological engagement with children and family work practice.

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the professional practice work place will help develop professional skills.

Casey T (2010) Inclusive Play : practical strategies for children from birth to eight. London: Sage Publications 2nd edition
Brook A, Dodds S, Jarvis P, Olusoga Y (2009) Perspectives on Play - learning for life. Pearson Longman
Frost J (2010) A history of children's play and play environments: towards a contemporary child-saving moment. Oxon: Routledge
Kilvington F & Wood A (2010) Reflective Playwork Practice - for all who work with children. Continuum
Lindon J (2010) Understanding child development. London: Hodder Education 2nd edition

Coursework 100%:
Approximately 4000 word Reflective Portfolio demonstrating the learning outcomes in practice setting and consisting of journals, a directed task, additional evidence, observation, and self, peer and tutor evaluations.

In addition, a portfolio of assessed practice representing 364 hours and assessed by the Professional Practice Tutor as 'safe to practice' at the intermediate level.

[Learning Outcomes 1-7]

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer team