Education by MMO: The Evoke Game
Presenter Name(s):
Jenell Williams Abstract:
Evoke, a game sponsored by World Bank Institute and designed by Jane McGonigal calls itself a "10-week crash course in changing the world." This presentation will look at the methods used in the Evoke MMO to engage players in learning about local issues and social innovation.
Session Type :
Presentation Intended Audience:
Teach/Faculty
Higher Education
What will attendees at this presentation learn that they can apply at their institution/organization?:
This presentation will raise questions about how MMOs engage their players and about the quality of learning that results. Most attendees will not be in a position to develop an MMO, but hopefully all will find some ideas for immediate practical application and some that lead to unexpected and productive investigations.
Time:
Session 6 (5 Aug 9:45a)
Room:
RC 181 
