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Project: Roll for Initiative

Date: 14.12.2024 - 22.12.2024

Location: Lisieux, France

Can games be a powerful tool for connecting with young people? The Roll for Initiative Training Course set out to explore this very question. Held in Lisieux, France, from December 14th to 22nd, 2024, the program brought together participants eager to dive into the world of educational game design.

The participants got to learn how to:

?Create educational games or gamified systems based on the needs of the target group. 

?Share personal experiences in using games and reflect critically on examples of educational games

?Discuss what makes games and the gamification process educational, to discover the foundations of games. 

?Create educational games on different social and educational topics. 

Adamadia and Despina were two of the participants. Here is what they had to say about their experience:

Despina: 

Participating in the program was an unforgettable experience. I had the privilege of working with a fantastic team, all of whom were incredibly dedicated and supportive. The workshops were dynamic and engaging, offering me valuable insights and skills that I hadn’t encountered before. These sessions allowed me to discover new perspectives and ideas, which were essential in helping me contribute to the creation of the board game. The entire experience not only enhanced my creativity but also strengthened my collaboration and problem-solving abilities, making it a truly enriching journey.

Adamadia:

The Development of Educational Games – Roll for Initiative training was an incredible experience filled with creativity, learning, and exciting collaborations! Through this initiative, we not only explored the process of designing educational games but also met amazing people from different cultures, exchanged ideas, worked together on innovative projects, and even created our own unique educational game. It was a one-of-a-kind opportunity that provided me with knowledge, inspiration, and unforgettable moments. A huge thank you to the trainers and all the organizations involved in organizing and coordinating this program, as it broadened my horizons and taught me so much about educational game design and gamification processes based on the NFE approach!

The project is co-funded by the European Union.

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