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Game Based learning, using board games to learn and reflect on History
Saturday November 9, 2024 3:10pm - 4:10pm JST
M103
In this interactive workshop, I will present innovative methods for incorporating board games into the history classroom to enhance student engagement, critical thinking, and understanding of historical concepts. Drawing on my experience using games such as San Juan, Ticket to Ride, Brass: Birmingham, and Axis & Allies, I will demonstrate how these games can serve as powerful educational tools for exploring significant historical events and themes.

The session will begin with a detailed presentation on how I have integrated these games into my history curriculum. Participants will learn about the specific historical content each game addresses, such as the Industrial Revolution, the development of transportation networks, and global conflicts. I will share insights into how gameplay mechanics reflect historical realities, and how these games can be used to initiate rich discussions and reflections among students.

Participants will also explore how to create reflective assignments that deepen students' understanding of history through the lens of these games. For example, we will examine Brass: Birmingham as a case study to discuss the Industrial Revolution—its economic drivers, transportation methods, and regional significance. We will also consider the game's limitations and discuss how to address what might be missing from its historical portrayal.

By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with practical strategies for implementing game-based learning in their own classrooms. They will also gain the tools to critically analyze the effectiveness of board games as educational resources and to design activities that make history both accessible and engaging for their students.

Outcomes:
Understanding the Role of Game-Based Learning in History Education
Participants will be able to articulate the benefits and challenges of using board games as a pedagogical tool in history education, focusing on student engagement, critical thinking, and experiential learning.
Familiarization with Specific Board Games and Historical Themes
Participants will gain familiarity with the board games San Juan, Ticket to Ride, Brass: Birmingham, and Axis & Allies, and how each game can be used to explore and reflect on different historical periods and themes, such as the Industrial Revolution and global conflicts.
Application of Historical Concepts Through Gameplay
Participants will learn how to connect the actions within the games to real historical events and processes, such as the industrial advancements in ""Brass: Birmingham"" or transportation and trade in ""Ticket to Ride.""
Critical Analysis of Game Mechanics and Historical Representation
Participants will critically analyze how effectively the games represent historical realities, including the strengths and limitations of the game ""Brass: Birmingham"" in depicting the Industrial Revolution. This will include evaluating the historical accuracy, the region chosen, and what elements may be missing or oversimplified.
Development of Reflective Assignments to Deepen Understanding
Participants will learn how to create reflective assignments that encourage students to think deeply about the historical content, the gameplay experience, and the connections between the two. This will include guiding students in making justified arguments and analyses of the games’ historical relevance.
Enhancing Teaching Strategies Through Game-Based Learning
Participants will be equipped with strategies to effectively integrate board games into their history curriculum, ensuring that the games are not only engaging but also educationally meaningful.
Encouraging Student Engagement and Creativity
Participants will explore ways to use board games to boost student engagement, foster creativity, and encourage students to approach history from different perspectives."
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Jeremy Young

Valor International Scholars

Saturday November 9, 2024 3:10pm - 4:10pm JST
M103
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