LEVELING UP LEARNING!
As an educator, I've always believed in the power of hands-on learning experiences to captivate students' attention and deepen their understanding of complex topics. While digital games have their place, creating tangible games elevates engagement to another level. 😍
One example is my modified version of the classic Snake-and-Ladder game, tailored for exploring the concept of values in the Raising Awareness of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) subject. I figured that since the students are already familiar with and even participated in the MUN activities, I could use a similar concept!
In this interactive game, students embody fictional countries within a simulated United Nations assembly. Each roll of the dice presents randomized global issues, challenging students to strategize and collaborate with allies and adversaries alike. The quality of their national decision can result in the countries going forward through the boxes signifying years of advancements, stuck in a box, or even reversing their development due to disputes and mismanagement.
What sets this approach apart is the physicality of the game pieces and the immersive nature of the experience. By holding the pieces and negotiating the rules firsthand, students develop a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of global diplomacy and sustainable development.
It was a challenging yet exciting process with many students, even those who were passive before, able to express their points of view in deciding and defending their fictional countries' strategies. 🤠
I can't thank my students enough for being wildly-active participants in the game!
I hope that I can redo this method and improve it in more classroom sessions. 😎
Any ideas on how I can improve it? 😊
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Experienced EdTech Consultant at TA Education. Supporting the Microsoft Philanthropies Team. Microsoft Advanced Trainer, MIEExpert, MCE
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