HomeLevel up Gamer!Each week in this class has a corresponding game level. In just 4 short weeks you'll transform yourself from "noobie" to "lord of the game" - which is way cooler than "lord of the dance!" Explore each level using the links below to prepare for the battle ahead!     
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Introduction VideoHow to Play1) Align Yourself With a Character Profile(Over vs. Underachiever - See details to the right)2) Journey Through Game Levels 1-4Complete a series of preparation tasks, followed by several production exercisesDr. Destructo will immediately provide gamers a thorough assessment of their effort in the form of constructive and directed feedback 3) Amass Skill PointsPoints will be awarded upon successful completion of each level's exercises4) High Score Wins!Game ObjectivesExplore the ever-expanding possibilities of gaming and simulations in education through:I. Role-playingExamine the benefits of role-playing in education: team building, critical thinking, conflict management, cooperative learning, etc. II. AssessmentsExplore alternative forms of assessments. Think beyond SCANTRONS (what a cool word for such a lame assessment!) and number 2 pencils. It might seem like "crazy talk" but assessments can be FUN! III. Educational GamesProbe the depth and scope of games designed with education in mind! Beyond pure academics, analyze how these educational games tackle seemingly soft, yet amazingly important skills such as social responsibility. IV. Motivation and SatisfactionWhat makes gamers come back for more? What keeps them engaged and challenged? 
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Who ya gonna be?There are 2 character profiles to choose from... but they're polar opposites. You can gravitate anywhere between the two... How you fare in this game is entirely up to you noobie! 
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