Hong Kong Teaching & Learning Expo - Games Based Learning
- 1. Games-BasedLearningKellett School, British International School, Hong KongEmma AdamsAssistant Principaleadams@kellettschool.com@assistantpinhkClive DawesICT Curriculum Leadercdawes@kellettschool.com@mrdinhk
- 2. Why ?ethos of play as a learning toolculturally appropriateauthentic context to support writing“Good teachers use Good resources”
- 3. Research“Scientists say video games can reshape education”Ben Feller (Associated Press)
- 4. Practice atKellett5 years in developmentGrade 1 – Moshi MonstersGrade 2 – NintendogsGrade 3 – African Safari, Epic CitadelGrade 4 – Endless Ocean, Mario KartGrade 5 – SamorostGrade 6 – Guitar Hero
- 5. Grade 6Autobiographical WritingOnline Blog/journalPersuasive texts, advertisementsGuitar Hero
- 8. Online writingAlthough he often helped other children with schoolwork, he was a bright boy from early ages; consequently, other kids were jealous so he didn't have many friends.
- 9. Grade 2NintendogsCurriculum integrationDifferentiated learningAuthentic and rigorousCollaborativePeer teaching opportunitiesReal-life context
- 11. Grade 2NintendogsLearning outcomesSpeaking and listeningNon-chronological report writingEngaged learners: they didn’t want to stop!
- 12. Other gradesEpic CitadelMario KartEndless OceanSamarost
- 13. Next steps- design2DIYGamestar MechanicKoduScratch
- 14. Customer Testing
- 16. Atmosphir
- 17. Next steps - playWorld Food ForceStop Disasters GameArmadillo RunWolfquest