Play
Alternative labels
Active play
Discussion paper
Play-based learning with intentionality
Intentional teaching is widely regarded as a key teaching practice within early childhood education and care settings. It involves educators making deliberate, thoughtful decisions to achieve quality learning outcomes for children. This discussion paper synthesises evidence related to intentional teaching in early childhood and highlights gaps in the evidence base.
Briefing paper
Blueprint for a great childhood in South Australia
All children and young people growing up in South Australia have a right to enjoy a great childhood and it is our responsibility to do all that we can to deliver on their expectations. This guide takes the voices of South Australian children and young people expressing their needs and provides useful tips to meet...
Report
reworlding as method; approaches to urban play in the future play lab
This report invites you to explore the unique ‘reworlding’ methodology and its impact on urban design policy. It outlines how the work of the lab directly translates into strategies for teaching and learning, play design methods, policy and strategies for Melbourne’s future development.
Report
The playful parklet: a research report for the City of Stonnington
In 2021, researchers from RMIT University developed a 'playful parklet' - a small, portable public space for free public use that can be temporarily installed on kerb-side car parking spaces. This report evaluates the success of the project.
Conference proceedings
Fostering design-led innovation capabilities
This paper focuses on the role of applied-design and technological capabilities in education in fostering and developing human ingenuity and innovation traits among students. This research is typically a multi-disciplinary effort, often drawing upon ‘play-based’ and ‘project-based’ learning to develop the educated citizen.