Gamification is the concept of applying game-design elements (e.g. point scoring, competition, rewards) to drive game-like behavior in non-game settings to make them more fun and engaging. Already video games aimed at teaching medical education are making their ways into schools. These games do not replace lectures; instead they reinforce the curriculum in a way…
Learning Objectives: Part 1 (February) - Learn why Gamification can be a useful strategy to increase students engagement (Presentation, videos, discussion). - Identify and employ gamification techniques and tools (Deck of lenses – The Art of Game Design). - Apply these tools in a gamifying contest (Challenge – How to increase classroom engagement).
Learning Objectives: Part 1 (February) - Learn why Gamification can be a useful strategy to increase students engagement (Presentation, videos, discussion). - Identify and employ gamification techniques and tools (Deck of lenses – The Art of Game Design). - Apply these tools in a gamifying contest (Challenge – How to increase classroom engagement).
Learning Objectives: Part 1 (February) - Learn why Gamification can be a useful strategy to increase students engagement (Presentation, videos, discussion). - Identify and employ gamification techniques and tools (Deck of lenses – The Art of Game Design). - Apply these tools in a gamifying contest (Challenge – How to increase classroom engagement).
As faculty do you think there are better ways to increase your students engagement and consequently increase their grades? As staff do you believe there are optimal ways to improve the student experience? Bring your dilemma and together by using the latest problem solving processes such as Design Thinking, Gamestorming and User Experience design, we…