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99: The Tool for Observing Play Outdoors (TOPO) - Part 2

99: The Tool for Observing Play Outdoors (TOPO) - Part 2

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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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