In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin gives five reasons why we should use games in school. This episode is sponsored by WorldsXP. WorldsXP is a streamlined gameful experience for your learning environment to increase engagement, develop class culture, and reinforce positive behavior. By implementing WorldsXP you will be able to enhance the learning experience for your adventurers through different gamification elements. As the Kit Master, your Adventurers (students) will choose characters, give them their own unique personalities, go on thematic RPG adventures, and earn XP and achievements all while accomplishing three main goals in your learning environment.

• Introduction to the Discussion - 3:12
• Games Foster Student-Teacher Relationships - 4:47
• Games Develop Class Culture - 9:38
• Games can be a Classroom Management Tool - 11:32
• Games Provide Engagement and Motivation - 17:35
• Student-Focused Design - 19:59
• Conclusion - 22:05

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