99: The Tool for Observing Play Outdoors (TOPO) - Part 2
In this episode, we dive into the 'Tool for Observing Play Outdoors' (TOPO), a new typology for capturing children's play behaviors in outdoor settings by Lobach and Cox. (If you missed part one, be sure to catch up with episode 98 first!) You'll learn:
The non-hierarchical framework of TOPO
Ways to capture the complexity of play when making observations
How the TOPO can help you plan nature-based treatment sessions for children
00:00 Introduction to Nature-Based Pediatric Therapy
00:58 Exploring the TOPO Tool for Outdoor Play
04:27 Implications and Applications of the TOPO Tool
10:53 Using the TOPO Tool for Individual and Place-Based Observations
17:24 Alternative Uses and Practical Tips for the TOPO Tool
20:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
Link to the article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7432422/
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