Challenges and Solutions for GBL in Classroom

Challenges and Solutions for GBL in Classroom

1. Challenge: Students may feel discouraged if they are playing the game poorly

   • Solution: Preface the game indicating that the game's objective is to learn and reflect. Create a comfortable learning environment
   • Solution: Offer extra support and after school tutoring for these students to ensure they are grasping the material

2. Challenge: Lower SES students will need trained on Chromebooks

   • Solution: Plan this ahead of time as a part of the lesson. Schedule extra time in advance
   • Solution: Create video tutorial demonstrating common user errors on Chromebooks. This lets student become independent learners.

3. Challenge: Students viewing this initiative as a game and not a learning objective

   • Solution: Creating a reflective assignment after the game to ensure knowledge was retained
   • Solution: Including participation and points as a part of their grade to ensure they are focused.

4. Challenge: Students with disabilities and ESL students

   • Solution: Review IEP and modify lesson plan to ensure all students can be included
   • Solution: Maintaining open communication with ESL and Special need teachers. Letting these teachers view the lesson in advance.