Accelium & Mind Lab Australia

Yesterday was a wonderful enriching day spent at St Peter's Girls School working with the Y6 girls on their 'Leadership' curriculum. We delved into transferable skills from games to real life, exploring metacognitive models of thinking and strategies. It was fascinating to focus on visioning, planning, initiative, thinking ahead, responding to changing needs, empathy, and leveraging the strengths of any team.
Indeed, games are microcosms of life.

I'm stoked to be invited as a part of the judging team for the semi-finals. School-age will pitch their brilliant solutions to real-world problems. Register now to join us and see them live .https://rb.gy/auk50

Busting the Myths: Unveiling the Truth about Games-Based Learning! 🎮💡

🔎 Myth #1: Games-Based Learning is Just a Distraction 🚫

Let's set the record straight! Games-based learning is more than mere entertainment; it's a powerful tool to engage students and enhance their learning experience. Research consistently shows that educational games promote critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and other valuable skills. By leveraging games' interactive and immersive nature, educators can create meaningful learning opportunities that capture students' attention and foster deep engagement.

🔎 Myth #2: Games-Based Learning is Only Suitable for Younger Students

It's time to break free from this misconception! Games-based learning is not limited to early childhood education; it extends across all grade levels. Games can be adapted to various subjects and learning objectives from primary school to high school, higher education, and even professional training. Whether exploring historical events, solving complex math problems, or simulating real-world scenarios, games offer a versatile platform for engaging learners of all ages.

🔎 Myth #3: Games-Based Learning is Time-Wasting and Inefficient ⏰🚫

Don't be fooled by this myth! Games-based learning can be a time-efficient and effective teaching methodology when integrated skillfully into the curriculum. Well-designed educational games provide targeted feedback, adaptive challenges, and personalised learning experiences. They empower educators to assess students' progress, identify areas for improvement, and customise instruction accordingly. Additionally, games foster intrinsic motivation, making students eager to learn and explore new concepts.

Let's bust these myths and fully embrace the power of games-based learning to engage students and facilitate meaningful educational experiences. By seamlessly integrating interactive gameplay with curriculum objectives, educators can unlock new avenues of engagement, foster critical thinking, and cultivate essential skills for the future.

Share your experiences and thoughts on games-based learning in the comments below. Have you encountered any other myths? Let's continue the conversation and empower educators worldwide! 💪🌍

I loved the MeetUp event facilitated last night by Wendy Perry and showcasing Nelson Salangsang who graciously and expertly shared knowledge about 'Opportunities in Transformational Learning'.

There was a buzz in the room created by Nelson and lapped up by development professionals from various fields.

Thank you.

Colleagues in Israel sharing with the corporate world.

איזה יום!

הייתה לנו הזכות לארח קבוצה מדהימה של מנהלים ב-Deloitte לסדנה מבוססת המשחק שלנו.🎮🎉

המנהלים התמודדו בשקיקה עם קבלת החלטות אסטרטגיות באמצעות סימולציות מרתקות ומשחקים אינטראקטיביים מבוססי AI, שהשחיזו את יכולת קבלת ההחלטות שלהם וציידו אותם בכלים פרקטיים שהם הולכים להשתמש בהם כבר החל ממחר בבוקר! 🚀💼

הגישה החדשנית שלנו כלפי למידה והתפתחות, לצד פרקטיקה והעברה לחיים האמיתיים - גורמת לכך שאחוז המעורבות עולה, שיתוף הפעולה פורה, והתובנות נטמעות בצורה עמוקה שלא נשכחת בשבוע שאחרי.

סופ"ש נפלא 🌟

I am visiting Far North Queensland to work with my partner school Ingham State High School!!!

I am in Cairns and Townsville over the next week centred around a visit to Ingham State High School (on Wednesday 19th April) with whom I have enjoyed an impactful partnership since 2018.

I would love an opportunity to meet with school leaders and educators in Cairns on either Monday or Tuesday and Townsville on Thursday and Friday before I fly out.

If that interests you, I would love to show you some of the play/work we get up to supporting our teachers to engage and develop great thinkers and learners.

Drop me a message here or on my email at [email protected], and let's see if we can tee something up.

PS I have a very cool offer to share with you too.!!!

🌟🎓 Incredible experience at Trinity College South Australia's North School! 🎓🌟

Blown away by the passion and dedication of both students & teachers during my visit! We explored new learning strategies & found creative ways to solve problems! 🧠💡

Kudos to year 3 students for their commitment while using 'anchors' in problem-solving and to year 5s for demonstrating leadership with their analytical skills and back-to-front solutions! 🌟🌟

Thrilled to introduce our state-of-the-art learning profile enhancements, enabling students to take control of their learning journeys and offering teachers invaluable insights for growth! 📈🌱

Can't wait to see how this exceptional community of learners grows, thrives, and flourish through our ongoing collaboration! 💪🚀

Chris Ramsden, Game-Based Learning Specialist on LinkedIn: It was fabulous to revisit Scotch College Adelaide Year 5 and 6 classes… It was fabulous to revisit Scotch College Adelaide Year 5 and 6 classes last week. Together with students and teachers, we enjoyed sessions using games as…

This will indeed be a game-changer in 2023. Watch this space or better still get in touch and get ahead of the curve.