Section 110-301-0320 - Facilitating child interests, learning, perspective, and productivity(1) A school-age provider must work to maximize children's interests, engagement with developmentally and culturally responsive activities, and ability to learn from play.(2) A school-age provider must maximize children's interests, engagement, and abilities by using techniques such as: (a) Maximizing learning time with learning materials and products, limiting disruptions during activities, and offering additional choices when activities are completed;(b) Giving clear instructions and directions; and(c) Making opportunities for children to learn during transitions by clearly communicating expectations and keeping transitions to a duration that is developmentally appropriate.(3) A school-age provider must offer developmentally and culturally responsive activities that offer a range of auditory, visual, and movement opportunities by using techniques such as: (a) Encourage child engagement;(b) Promote each child's self-help and social skills;(c) Organized around child interests and ideas;(d) Allow choice, exploration, and experimentation;(e) Promote active and play-based learning experiences;(f) Allow children freedom to move during activities;(g) Ensure child expression;(h) Utilize interesting and creative materials;(i) Offer hands-on opportunities for children;(j) Provide opportunity for children to direct their own learning and problem solving rather than teacher-directed activities; and(k) Orient and guide children toward learning objectives.Wash. Admin. Code § 110-301-0320
Adopted by WSR 21-10-035, Filed 4/27/2021, effective 6/1/2021