Using Game Design to Teach Literacy

Tools: Paper Prototyping

Boardgames can be an excellent way to develop English literacy and vocabulary. By going through the design process, students must communicate with eachother, design the game, write the rules, and explain the game to others.

 

Session 1: Introduction to Boardgame Design Session 2: Game Objects and Building the Game Session 3: Writing the Rules Session 4: Playtesting and Feedback

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This workshop series teaches literacy using boardgame design. Designing a game is the perfect way to have students practice procedure writing (such writing the steps for setting up the game or the procedures of play). It also provides opportunities for students to express their creativity and can be easily scaled up or down depending on the age and ability level of students.