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Abstract
This paper explores how iPads can be used as part of a child-centred data collection approach to understanding young children’s creativity. Evidence is presented from a pilot study about 3- to 5-year-old children’s creative play. Researchers’ reflective accounts of children’s engagement with iPad video diaries and free to use apps were logged across two early educational settings over a three-month period. Findings suggest that iPads offer a mechanism to allow children to express their creative play and to encourage involvement in the research process. However, bespoke research software to use with early years children is required to improve this process.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 157-173 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 30 Mar 2016 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2016 |
Keywords
- creative play
- iPads
- video diaries
- early years research
- child-centred data collection
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BTG- Piloting Self-Initiated Video Reflections for Exploring Creativity in Playful Environments
Arnott, L. (Principal Investigator), Weston, A. (Principal Investigator) & Grogan, D. (Principal Investigator)
1/01/13 → 31/07/13
Project: Internally funded project