Individualization
Children are individuals and learn in their own way. Playful
Primer provides the flexibility to individualize activities for diverse learners,
including children with special needs. A simple option screen provides parents
with a few basic controls to adjust the game play according to the learning style
of their child. Options include length of game play, number of items for auditory
recall activities, and the length of time objects are visible for visual memory
exercises.
Self Direction
Children enjoy the freedom and sense of accomplishment they get from learning independently. Children are also more confident and relaxed when they can learn at their own pace.
Playful Primer is easy to navigate and requires minimal mouse skills, so that young learners are inspired to explore and play on their own.
Generalization
Learning comprehension depends on a child's ability to recognize the same meaning of a concept in a variety of different ways. This ability is a fundamental building block to understanding more complex concepts.
Playful Primer's multi-level activities are based on this principle. Discrimination activities gradually become more challenging by presenting the same object in various ways and in different situations.
Reinforcement
Learning is a complex multi-sensory process. Children need consistent, effective
reinforcement to ensure their success. Playful Primer carefully
integrates positive feedback in ways that help motivate and refocus children without
distracting them from the idea.