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Technology as Play

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The role of play in young children's learning has always been considered to be of primary importance. Thus, early childhood programs have been characterized by curricula that provide plenty of opportunity for young children to play and interact with materials, ideas, and people. As we approach the new millennium, the impact of the new information technologies on play and as play, for young children need to be conceptualized and discussed. This article begins that discussion. The view that there are opportunities for young children to play in technological environments as well as with traditional materials and contexts is presented.

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  1. Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia

    Nicola Yelland

  2. School of Early Childhood, Kelvin Grove, Queensland, 4059, Australia

    Nicola Yelland

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Yelland, N. Technology as Play. Early Childhood Education Journal 26, 217–220 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1022907505087

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