Game Based Learning Challenges

Game Based Learning Challenges

1. Challenge: It is hard to find funds to pay for game materials.

   • Solution: There are tons of free online resources such as: Kahoot, BrainPop, MangaHigh. There are many free games out there to fit any lesson plan.
   • Solution: There are some grants giving specifically for game based learning from non-profits, government agencies, and some game development agencies.
   • Solution: Have kids get the materials they may need for games made up by teachers.

2. Challenge: Finding games that fit with certain lessons.

   • Solution: Becoming a member of twitter and reaching out to teachers all over the world can help find resources you never could before.
   • Solution: Find a concept of a game that works well and change the material to fit a lesson. Make your own version!

3. Challenge: Students aren't always at the same level of understanding on the material being taught.

   • Solution: There are games with different difficulty levels that the kids can choose where they start without anyone but the teacher knowing.
   • Solution: Pair a student that is doing well with a student that isn't. They can help each other and play together.

4. Challenge: Students may leave iPads at home.

   • Solution: Make a tally sheet. If a student forgets their iPad three times they must keep it at school
   • Solution: Have various group games where they only can use one iPad per group.