Conceptual, Social-Cognitive, and Contextual Issues in the Fields of Play by Jai

Description: Conceptual, Social-Cognitive, and Contextual Issues in the Fields of Play by Jaipaul L. Roopnarine This study, addressing the definition, role and characteristics of play, falls within the research of education, psychology, anthropology, sociology, leisure studies and primatology. The book uses conceptual and data-based analyses to explore the role of play in evolution and behaviour. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The research and theoretical contributions of international and multidisciplinary scholars have advanced our understanding of the role of play in evolution and behavior. The diverse articles in this volume range from theoretical and conceptual advances, scientific investigations, to discourse about applied issues and different dimensions of play. The authors provide excursions into the adaptive, cultural, and social significance of play. The databased papers fall into four categories: the role of age, gender, and ethnicity in play participation, social-cognitive connections to play, fighting and play fighting, and play and process in adulthood.Play is defined as behavior that is not necessary to survival and yet is undertaken voluntarily as a method by which to improve the quality of life. This study, addressing the definition, role, and characteristics of play, falls within the research of education, psychology, anthropology, sociology, leisure studies, and primatology. The play of humans and nonhumans takes a variety of forms and serves multiple purposes within mental and emotional states of being. The motivation and impact of play behavior varies with the type of play performed. The studies included in this volume address simple games, more complex creative activities, the emotional implications of play throughout adult life, and the role of play in human social construction. Author Biography JAIPAUL L. ROOPNARINE is Professor of Education at Brooklyn College of The City University of New York. Table of Contents Conceptual Issues Regarding PlayRecapitulation redressed by Brian Sutton-SmithHuizingas contribution to play studies: A Reappraisal by Tom HenricksCultural constraints on childrens play by David F. LanceyRole of Gender, Age, and Ethnicity in PlayPlay in same-age and multiage grouping arrangements by James F. Christie, Sandra J. Stone, and Rebecca DeutscherBlock play complexity in same-sex dyads of preschool children by Dorothy Justus SlussPlay of Language - minority children in an early childhood setting by Melissa A. ClawsonDevelopmental aspects of play-partner selection in young Rhesus monkeys by Peggy ONeill-Wagner, Rosemary Bolig, and Cristofer S. PriceSocial-Cognitive Connections to PlayThe relationship between creativity and cognitive abilities in preschoolers by Robyn M. Holmes and Christine J. GeigerThe play of early writing by Phyllis Neves and Stuart ReifelParental scaffolding during joint play with preschoolers by Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler, Catherine King, Amy Clayton, Mindi Holt, Kristen Kurtz, Lisa Maestri, Erica Morris, and Emily WoodIncreasing play competence for very young children: How two early Head Start home visitors conceptualize and actualize their roles by Susan J. WelterothFinding the humor in childrens play by Doris BergenPlay FightingPerceptions of play and real fighting: Effects of sex and participant status by Anthony D. PellegriniComparing pupil and teacher perceptions for playful fighting, serious fighting, and positive peer interaction by Peter K. Smith, Rebecca Smees, Anthony Pellegrini, and Ersilia MenesiniAdult PlayPlay and process: Adult play embedded in the daily routine by Erna Imperatore Blanche Review .,."offers many ideas for achieving a more balanced study of American society."-American Studies International?...offers many ideas for achieving a more balanced study of American society.?-American Studies International..."offers many ideas for achieving a more balanced study of American society."-American Studies International Promotional Uses a compendium of conceptual and data-based analyses to explore the role of play in advancing our understanding of evolution and behavior. Long Description The research and theoretical contributions of international and multidisciplinary scholars have advanced our understanding of the role of play in evolution and behavior. The diverse articles in this volume range from theoretical and conceptual advances, scientific investigations, to discourse about applied issues and different dimensions of play. The authors provide excursions into the adaptive, cultural, and social significance of play. The databased papers fall into four categories: the role of age, gender, and ethnicity in play participation, social-cognitive connections to play, fighting and play fighting, and play and process in adulthood. Play is defined as behavior that is not necessary to survival and yet is undertaken voluntarily as a method by which to improve the quality of life. This study, addressing the definition, role, and characteristics of play, falls within the research of education, psychology, anthropology, sociology, leisure studies, and primatology. The play of humans and nonhumans takes a variety of forms and serves multiple purposes within mental and emotional states of being. The motivation and impact of play behavior varies with the type of play performed. The studies included in this volume address simple games, more complex creative activities, the emotional implications of play throughout adult life, and the role of play in human social construction. Review Quote "...offers many ideas for achieving a more balanced study of American society." American Studies International Promotional "Headline" Uses a compendium of conceptual and data-based analyses to explore the role of play in advancing our understanding of evolution and behavior. Details ISBN156750647X Pages 304 Series Play & Culture Studies Year 2001 ISBN-10 156750647X ISBN-13 9781567506471 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2001-12-30 Place of Publication Westport Country of Publication United States DEWEY 306.481 Short Title CONCEPTUAL SOCIAL-COGNITIVE & Language English Media Book Series Number 4 Illustrations black & white illustrations Edited by Jaipaul L. Roopnarine Imprint Praeger Publishers Inc DOI 10.1604/9781567506471 UK Release Date 2001-12-30 AU Release Date 2001-12-30 NZ Release Date 2001-12-30 US Release Date 2001-12-30 Author Jaipaul L. Roopnarine Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Alternative 9781567506488 Audience Undergraduate Audience Age 7-17 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:11116589;

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