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A Play-Based Methodology for Studying Children: Playfication

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  • Raffaele Campo

    (University of Bari)

  • Fabrizio Baldassarre

    (University of Bari)

  • Rosalind Lee

    (University of Bari)

Abstract

Research involving children has specific characteristics and, given the significant changes in cognitive, emotional and behavioural systems that occur during childhood, it is necessary to ensure the most suitable methodology is applied. A considerable amount of research on children highlights the importance of respecting their abilities and encouraging active participation during studies, overcoming the so-called top-down approach and creating a child-friendly context. Given the universal value of play demonstrated by various psychologists and pedagogical experts, this study proposes a research design based on play, specifically studied for pre-schoolers. By comparing two different studies, we highlight the benefits deriving from this methodology, in line with the criteria for researching children as specified by Morrow and Richards (1996), Christensen and James (2008), and Banister and Booth (2005). The steps of this methodology are explained and commented. This research note concludes that a play-based methodology, which was more fruitful compared to a traditional group method, is a valid approach when researching pre-schoolers and should be the subject of further research.

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  • Raffaele Campo & Fabrizio Baldassarre & Rosalind Lee, 2019. "A Play-Based Methodology for Studying Children: Playfication," Systemic Practice and Action Research, Springer, vol. 32(1), pages 113-123, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:syspar:v:32:y:2019:i:1:d:10.1007_s11213-018-9455-x
    DOI: 10.1007/s11213-018-9455-x
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    1. Fabrizio Baldassarre & Raffaele Campo, 2015. "A character a day keeps the fruit on display: the influence of cartoon characters on preschoolers' preference for healthy food," International Journal of Markets and Business Systems, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 1(3), pages 260-274.
    2. Fabrizio Baldassarre & Raffaele Campo, 2014. "L?influenza del brand, del packaging e dei character sulle preferenze dei bambini: confronto tra ortofrutta e altri alimenti," MERCATI & COMPETITIVIT?, FrancoAngeli Editore, vol. 2014(2), pages 129-149.
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