Leveling Up Learning: How Game Design Can Revolutionize Your Teaching

Podcast Transcript

HOST: Welcome to "Unlock Engaging Learning," the podcast where we explore the intersection of game design and education. I'm your host, and today we have Dr. Rachel Kim, the lead instructor of our Advanced Certificate in Applying Game Design Principles to Educational Content. Dr. Kim, thanks for joining us. GUEST: Thanks for having me. I'm excited to share the potential of game design in education. HOST: So, let's dive right in. What inspired you to create this course, and what makes it unique? GUEST: We saw a need for educators and instructional designers to create more engaging and interactive learning experiences. By applying game design principles, we can increase learner motivation, retention, and overall enjoyment. Our course is unique because it combines game design principles, learning theory, and instructional design to create a comprehensive learning experience. HOST: That sounds fascinating. What kind of career opportunities can our listeners expect after completing this course? GUEST: Our graduates can pursue careers in education, instructional design, training and development, and emerging fields like ed-tech, e-learning, and educational game development. They'll have the skills to create interactive and effective learning experiences, making them highly sought after in the industry. HOST: That's great to hear. What about practical applications? How can our listeners start applying game design principles to their own educational content? GUEST: Our course is designed to be hands-on, with interactive modules, case studies, and projects. Students will work on real-world examples, applying game design principles to create engaging educational experiences. They'll also receive expert feedback and develop a portfolio of their work. HOST: I love that. Can you give us an example of a successful project that came out of the course? GUEST: One of our students created an interactive math game for middle school students. By applying game design principles, she increased learner engagement and motivation, resulting in improved math scores. It was a fantastic example of how game design can be used to enhance learning outcomes. HOST: That's amazing. What advice would you give to our listeners who are interested in enrolling in the course but might be hesitant? GUEST: Don't be afraid to think outside the box and try new things. Our course is designed to be supportive and collaborative, so you'll have the opportunity to learn from peers and experts in the field. Plus, our community of innovative educators and instructional designers is always eager to share knowledge and best practices. HOST: Thanks, Dr. Kim, for sharing your insights and expertise. If our listeners want to learn more about the course, where can they go? GUEST: They can visit our website or reach out to our admissions team. We're always happy to answer questions and provide more information. HOST: Great. Thanks again, Dr. Kim, for joining us on the podcast. And to our listeners, thanks for tuning in. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and follow us on social media for more updates on the