Illustrating Your Answer with Reference to Specific Theories, Describe the General

question 32

Essay

Illustrating your answer with reference to specific theories, describe the general characteristics of the so-called classic theories of play and discuss how these differed from contemporary theories. What are the criticisms of the classic theories of play?

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Definitions:

Techno-stress

Stress from having to use and to master workplace information and communication technologies.

Workplace Information

Data and knowledge pertaining to an employment environment, including policies, procedures, and employee guidelines.

Communication Technologies

Tools and platforms used to facilitate and enhance the sharing of information among individuals or organizations, including email, social media, and video conferencing.

Work-family Conflict

A form of tension that arises when the demands of work and family roles are incompatible in some respect, causing participation in both roles to be more difficult.