Activity+4-2+Proposal+for+a+Curricular+Related+Video+Game

=Activity #4-2: Proposal for a Curricular Related Video Game= //*This project will be started in class and should be finished by the following week (Tuesday 11/22)// <<--Back to Week 4


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You will explore the world of gaming for this activity. Complete the readings on gaming and conduct additional research to learn the benefits and limitations of gaming.

//__Assignment Description:__// Based on what you have learned from the readings and research, create a proposal for a video game. Your proposal should be presented in some form of digital online presentation format like Google presentation, Zoho Show, Prezi or similar tools. Your proposal should include:
 * (Minimum price for Zoho is $20)**
 * The purpose of your game.
 * The intended learning outcomes.
 * At least 5 game levels - each level should present intended understandings for students to gain from playing that level.
 * How long would an average student need to spend to move through your game, achieve learning goals and finish your game?
 * The setting and visual elements of the game and or levels, what does the game or world look like?
 * What are the characters like? Describe both the visual and personality characteristics of the characters in your game. Do your students have a chance to create their own avatar characters to play themselves in the game?
 * How will your students work together collaboratively with classmates to move through the game and learning challenges?
 * What will entail a "win" in your game?
 * How will a teacher interact with students in your game? How will they support learners?

//__Outline of Assignment: __//
 * 1) Read through this week's resources and links involving video games and education.
 * 2) Create a proposal for a new educational video game using Google presentation, Zoho Show, Prezi, or other similar tools.
 * 3) Be prepared to share your proposal with the class next week and answer questions from the group.

Let me know if you have any additional questions on the assignment.

__Assignment Rubric:__
 * **Criteria** ||= **Points Possible** ||
 * Purpose and intended learning outcomes included ||= 1 ||
 * Description of 5 levels and length of time the levels and game take ||= 1 ||
 * Visual elements elaborated and collaborative elements included ||= 1 ||
 * Character choices and avatar described ||= 1 ||
 * Explanation of what it takes to move to new levels and win the game ||= 1 ||
 * Explanation of the teacher's role in the video game and how they support learning ||= 1 ||
 * < **Total** ||= **6** ||