Unlocking the Potential of Puzzle-Based Learning: Designing Escape Rooms and Games for the Classroom

Unlocking the Potential of Puzzle-Based Learning: Designing Escape Rooms and Games for the Classroom

Unlocking the Potential of Puzzle-Based Learning: Designing Escape Rooms and Games for the Classroom

eBook
Author(s):Scott Nicholson, Liz Cable
Format: Original PDF
Published year: 2021
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Language: English
ISBN: 9781529714098

Summary

Discover the educational power of puzzle-based learning. Understand the principles of effective game design, the power of well-crafted narratives and how different game mechanics can support varied learning objectives. Applying escape room concepts to the classroom, this book offers practical advice on how to create immersive, collaborative learning experiences for your students without the need for expensive resources and tools. Packed with examples, including a full sample puzzle game for you to use with your students, this book is a primer for classroom teachers on designing robust learning activities using problem-solving principles.
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