Full Sail University Online Month 2 Psychology of Play
Month 2 was a mystery for me. I didn't know what to think about this class when I read the title. Come to find out it wasn't that bad. I pass with an A+.
Psychology of Play In the Psychology of Play Course, students explore how the field of psychology values the concept of play as a mechanism that allows a person to apply game strategies to accomplish life goals. Students will be introduced to how the action of play shapes the brain, develops critical-thinking skills, and strengthens the ability to collaborate with others in social and professional settings. By exploring the key works of Jean Piaget, William James, Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and Lev Vygotsky, students will learn about the value of play and how to apply techniques of play in developing cognitive strategies to complete creative, professional, and social tasks. Students will utilize the psychology viewpoint of play to examine how this relates to their life, their education, and their chosen creative field. Course Outline Overview of Theories and Concepts of Play Play and the Brain Critical-Thinking Skills Collaboration and Team Building Total credit hours: 3 Course Length: 4 weeks
