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Let the Games Begin

Discover innovative techniques for incorporating gaming into education with "Let the Games Begin" by Debbie Sharp and Sue Smith. This resource highlights the benefits of using analog and digital games to enhance information literacy, critical thinking, and student collaboration. Explore concepts like scavenger hunts, video game nights, and mystery-solving activities that align with General Education requirements. Gain insights into game design characteristics that foster creativity and adaptability, ensuring a fun and educational experience for students. An invaluable guide for educators and game developers alike!

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Let the Games Begin

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  1. Let the Games Begin Gaming in Information Literacy Debbie Sharp and Sue Smith

  2. The Games They Play Scavenger Hunts Video Game Night Solve a Mystery Analog Game Night

  3. Gaming-as-Learning Movement University of Minnesota University of Illinois at U-C

  4. Observations • Concepts • Communication • Designer Issues • Tutorials • Institution-dependent

  5. Ideal Characteristics of the Game • Meets Gen Ed Requirements • Builds in Critical Thinking Skills • Student/Faculty Collaboration • Portable • Real World Model

  6. Ideal Characteristics of the Game • Game NOT a Tutorial • Incorporates AI • Fun to Play • Can Stop and Start Game • Outcome Moves Player Forward

  7. Game Concept

  8. Game Challenges • Design • Electrical Issues • Paint/Coatings • Structural Dynamics • Tire Flaws • Vibration

  9. Multidisciplinary Research • Sponsorship (Business) • Design (Artistic) (Fine Arts) • Design (Engineering) (Engineering, Physics) • Green Concepts (Engineering, Chemistry, Agriculture, Biology) • Plus…

  10. Multiple Learning Outcomes • Information Literacy • Writing • Critical Thinking • Statistical & Quantitative Reasoning • Science • Research

  11. Hurdles • Appeal • Assessment • Time • Timeliness • Adaptability • Marketing • Technology • Project Management • Funding

  12. Game Points • Be on the Same Page • Think Outside the Box • Don’t Reinvent the Wheel • Select an Engaging Topic • Don’t Turn a Tutorial into a Game • Listen to Gamers and Game Developers • Involve Multiple Disciplines • Identify Long Term Funding

  13. Games for Learning Institute

  14. Game Over! Thank You! Debbie & Sue

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