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Dustin chats with Prisha about her tabletop game cafe in India. They talk about marketing tabletop games and running educational programming at a tabletop cafe. Dustin shares his expertise in using game-based learning and gamification techniques.

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook
  • 1:18 - Introduction to Prisha
  • 3:31 - Context for the Conversation and Understanding the Tabletop Gaming Market
  • 12:08 - Questions for Dustin-- Dustin Tackles Questions about Using Tabletop Games for Educational Programming

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Splendor
• Skull
• Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective
• Periodic
• Cytosis
• Rhino Hero
• Rhino Hero Junior
• Trap Words
• Ion
• Wongamania
• Rabbit Rally
• Snake Oil
• Superfight
• Set

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/prisha

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Dustin shares his experience running a booth at a local event. He talks about some things he's learned from his booth experience and shares some data on the success of the event.

• Episode Topics
  • 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education/BGE's Tabletop Updates - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook
  • 3:56 - Introduction to Running Booths at Local Events
  • 11:14 - Looking at the Data
  • 14:40 - Conclusion

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/brick-and-mortar-episode/

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Dustin chats with Laurie Blake about the power of games for good. We chat about his company Stop, Drop, and Roll Games and its mission-- inclusive, conscientious, and immersive. We also chat about their game Earth Rising and how it ties into games for learning.

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook
  • 1:49 - Introduction to Laurie Blake
  • 8:24 - Using Games to Improve the World
  • 18:50 - Earth Rising
  • 35:00 - Game Time

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Earth Rising
• Genius Games like Cytosis
• Capital Games Studios like Wongamania
• Pokemon
• Hero Quest

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/laurie-blake

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares some resources you'll find as a part of the Board Gaming with Education community and some huge updates!

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore
  • Resources - 0:57
  • Updates - 9:52

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

GET UPDATES ABOUT OUR BRICK-AND-MORTAR STORE: https://witty-leader-6961.ck.page/337039c715

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/learningwithgames

Website Survey for EduGamer Points: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctMZ_CUeCcHB3-V0gvtR_ik8eOuKtPzsfv1m2RScLYSonjsg/viewform

Call for Contributors: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/call-for-contributors-2021/

Episode 147 - Using Tabletop Games In-Person in a Socially Distanced Classroom: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/using-tabletop-games-in-person-in-a-socially-distanced-classroom/

Episode 146 - Using Tabletop Games in Class Feat. William Brown from the Hungry Gamer: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/william-brown/

Board Game Crate: https://mrqz.to/boardgamecrate

New Games Added to the Store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/shop/?orderby=date

Kickstarter Calendar: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/kickstarter-calendar/

Wavelength Game: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/product/wavelength/

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/season-12-resources-and-updates

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares his experience with using tabletop games in person this past summer. He talks about different games he has used and tips for implementing them and keeping students distanced.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore
  • Tip #1: Check out party games! - 4:02
  • Tip #2: Personal Whiteboards - 8:06
  • Tip #3: Connect Your Phone Camera to Your Computer to Project the Board - 13:41
  • Tip #4: Check out roll and write games - 17:58
  • Tip #5: Go outside - 19:20

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/using-tabletop-games-in-person-in-a-socially-distanced-classroom

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares his experience with using tabletop games in person this past summer. He talks about different games he has used and tips for implementing them and keeping students distanced.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore
  • Tip #1: Check out party games! - 4:02
  • Tip #2: Personal Whiteboards - 8:06
  • Tip #3: Connect Your Phone Camera to Your Computer to Project the Board - 13:41
  • Tip #4: Check out roll and write games - 17:58
  • Tip #5: Go outside - 19:20

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/using-tabletop-games-in-person-in-a-socially-distanced-classroom

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by William Brown from The Hungry Gamer to discuss how he has used tabletop games in the classroom. He talks about several examples as well as dives into one specific example of how he used Thousand-Year-Old Vampire to teach writing. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Store - 00:00
  • Who is William Brown? - 1:50
  • Defining Tabletop Games - 4:13
  • Examples of Games for the Classroom - 7:07
  • Benefits and Pitfalls of Games in Class - 14:23
  • Thousand-Year-Old Vampire a Creative Writing Game for Teaching Writing - 17:45
  • Board Game Project- 38:14
  • Dustin Challenges William to a Game of Wavelength - 40:31

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/william-brown

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Jenny Varrichio to discuss game-based learning and using it as a tool for formative feedback. Jenny shares insights into her research as to how we can leverage game-based learning in our classrooms with our learners. This is a perfect episode for diving into the reasons why and how to create an environment for the successful use of game-based learning. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Board Game Crates - 00:00
  • Who is Jenny Varrichio? - 1:17
  • Defining Game-Based Learning and Formative Feedback - 5:22
  • Exploring the Topic Further-- Looking at Research in the Field - 7:18
  • Why Game-Based Learning as Formative Feedback - 12:38
  • Dustin Challenges Jenny to a Game of Concept - 23:58

Get your board game crate now!

https://mrqz.to/boardgamecrate

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/jenny-varrichio

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Peter Seiler, to best game-based practices for getting to know others. Peter shares his game Top Tale and how it fosters a great experience for getting to know your fellow human. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Newsletter Community - 00:00
  • Who is Peter Seiler? - 3:20
  • Overview of our Topic: Getting to Know Others and Game-Based Learning - 4:05
  • Fostering a Game Experience for Opening Up - 8:24
  • Top Tale - 18:08
  • Dustin Challenges Peter to a Game of 5-Second Rule - 31:39

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/peter-seiler

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Hamid Printer, to discuss running tabletop roleplaying games at a library or other youth programs. Hamid shares some amazing tips for beginners and veterans alike on how best to run a tabletop roleplaying game at your local library. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning at BGE - 00:00
  • Who is Hamid Printer - 3:20
  • What are TTRPGs (Tabletop Roleplaying Games)? - 5:48
  • How Easy is it to Get Involved in TTRPGs or D&D? - 7:32
  • First Steps to Getting Started - 14:20
  • Other Tips for In-Person and Virtual - 22:06
  • Dustin Challenges Hamid to a Game of The Emoji Challenge - 40:27

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/hamid-printer

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Dan White, CEO of Filament Games to talk about using video games for game-based learning. They explore topics such as defining game-based learning and where games fall on a game-based learning spectrum, how and what role game-based learning played during the pandemic, and what the future of game-based learning may be. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning at BGE - 00:00
  • Who is Dan White? - 1:40
  • What are Games? - 2:42
  • Video Games as Part of your Learning Environment - 5:12
  • Filament Games - 8:56
  • Dustin Challenges Dan to a Game of 5-Second Rule - 33:33

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• "A Theory of Fun" by Raph Koster
• RoboCo
• Carcassone
• Do I Have A Right
• That's Your Right

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/dan-white

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin talks about implementing a tabletop game as a game-based learning lesson. In the episode, he takes this in three steps-- framing the context for using the game, pulling the learning outcomes from the game, and structuring supplemental materials or activities around the game.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education - Call for Resources and Game-Based Learning Lesson Development Course - 00:00
  • Step 1: Overview, Context, and Why? - 4:02
  • Step 2: Pulling the Learning Outcomes from a Game - 6:00
  • Step 3: Supplemental Materials and Activities - 9:56

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Werewolf
• Chemistry Fluxx

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/3-steps-to-using-tabletop-games-in-the-classroom

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Dina Ramse to talk about what we can learn as players from spatial awareness and spatial recognition games. We discuss the impacts these games can have on us and our daily lives and also chat about how these games have helped Dina's son. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning at BGE - 00:00
  • Who is Dina Ramse? - 1:34
  • Framing the Discussion: Spatial Awareness and Spatial Reasoning - 2:50
  • How Spatial Awareness and Spatial Reasoning Games tie into the Real World - 10:46
  • Montessori Schooling Philosophy and Games - 13:38
  • Dustin Challenges Dina to a Game of Is That for Real a Board Game?! - 20:08

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Feast for Odin
• Indian Summer
• Carcassone
• The Montessori Toddler: A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being by Simone Davis

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Alex Lu to talk about what the player's experience is all about. We talk about this from both the perspective of the player and the perspective of the designer. We discuss topics such as inclusion and representation in games, what to look out for as a parent or educator on what games to pick up, and what designers should consider when designing for the player's experience. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning at BGE - 00:00
  • Who is Alex Lu? - 1:42
  • Framing the Discussion: The Player's Experience - 3:19
  • A Game for Kids and Adults - 8:52
  • Playtesting and Inclusion - 11:37
  • Dustin Challenges Alex to a Game of 5-Second Rule - 20:23

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

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We're back with Season 12! In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Danielle Dabbs for Board Gaming with Education's first-ever VideoCast episode. Whether you're a parent looking for more ways to spend time as a family, use games to support learning, or are a hardcore hobby gamer and looking for more games to play with kids this episode is for you! Danielle shares some awesome games to use at home to support hybrid learning and homeschooling. She also shares some stories, insights, and tips on how she supported her children at home this past year with board games. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education!

• Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube)
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning at BGE - 00:00
  • Who is Danielle Dabbs? - 3:09
  • Framing the Discussion - 5:19
  • Growing into Board Games - 7:19
  • Using Board Games to Teach Content - 18:13
  • Dustin challenges Danielle to a Game of 5-Second Rule - 35:23

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Hoot Owl Hoot
• Sleeping Queens
• Mysterium
• Forbidden Island
• Pandemic
• Tiny Parks
• Bearenpark
• The Quacks of Quedlinburg

Some games mentioned in this episode for content learning (links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links)

Hoot Owl Hoot

Disney Codenames

Ecosystem

Sleeping Queens

Money Bags

Alphabet Bingo

Planet

To see the full list of games that Danielle suggests check out our full blog post of this episode at: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/danielle-dabbs

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at-home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

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Dustin from Board Gaming with Education shares some updates and what to expect for Season 12 of the podcast.

Check out the video format of this episode:

https://youtu.be/t6iIdwOif5o

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube Channel - 00:38
• Introduction - 1:36
• Weekly Streams - 1:42
• Instagram - 3:34
• Our Website - 5:52
• Newsletter - 6:18

Check out our board game store:
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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our transition music on the podcast. This song can be found in full on this music archive.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/videocast-season-12

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[REPLAY] Dustin and Grace visit Strategicon, a board game convention near LAX in Los Angeles. Listen in to the show to hear about their experience, what they think about the convention, and hear about some of the games they played! The convention happens three times a year. If you have the chance, be sure to attend, and let us know if you do!

• Introduction to Strategicon and the Episode - 2:05
• Day 1 - 6:10
• Day 2 - 8:50
• Wrap-up - 11:52

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Support our podcast! How can you support us? There are many free and paid ways to support the show. Be sure to check out our support page! 

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[REPLAY] This is a special crossover episode of Board Gaming with Education and Games in Schools and Libraries. In this episode, Dustin talks with Kathleen Mercury from Games in Schools and Libraries. They discuss various topics like teaching game design, game-based learning, board games, podcasting, and networking. Be sure to listen in to hear a bit about their experiences on how games and education crossover in their roles as educators. Thank you again to Games in Schools and Libraries and Kathleen Mercury for a wonderful crossover episode!

• Dustin Staats and Board Gaming with Education - 3:46
• Kathleen Mercury and Games in Schools and Libraries - 4:43
• Resources to Teach Game Design - 5:03
• Teaching Gifted Kids: Games Provide Complex Problems to Solve - 8:23
• Game Design and Lesson Planning - 10:46
• Experiencing a Game Versus Using Games in a Learning Environment - 12:38
• Points in Games - 26:32
• Connected Students - 35:33
• Podcasts on Games in Education - 40:38
• Kathleen Discusses Game Design - 45:28
• Goals for Dustin and Kathleen - 62:08
• Putting "Better" Games in the Classroom - 64:08

Check out our board game store:

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their songs "Retro Gamer," "Mumbai Mood," and "Fizzy Jazz" for our interview. desert island, and post-production segments. These songs can be found in full on this music archive.

http://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/games-in-schools-and-libraries

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Terry Pearce to discuss the differences and similarities between game-based learning and gamification in both the corporate world and the education world. Join Dustin, Terry, and Dave on this discussion of board games for learning.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00
• Welcome Dave Back to the Show - 1:01
• Who is Terry Pearce? - 3:09
• Farming the Discussion - 7:26
• ROI (Return on Investment) - 9:53
• Networking and Sharing within the Field of Games for Learning - 18:28
• Investing in Game-Based Learning and Gamification - 24:02
• What Can Educators Learn from the Corporate World? - 26:32
• Dave Rejoins the Conversation - 31:40
• Dustin, Dave, and Terry play Wits & Wagers - 38:32

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• The Art of Game Design: A Book of Lenses
• The Gamification of Learning and Instruction: Game-based Methods and Strategies for Training and Education by Karl Kapp
• Actionable Gamification: Beyond Points, Badges and Leaderboards by Yu-Kai Chou
• Even Ninja Monkeys Like to Play: Unicorn Edition by Andrzej Marczewski
• More content from Andrzej Marczewski including the Design Element Cards

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at-home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/terry-pearce

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Steve Dee to discuss the importance of game design, how game design overlaps with other aspects of our lives, and what we can learn from game design through an educator's lens. Join Dustin, Steve, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00
• Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 0:29
• Who is Steve Dee? - 1:51
• Tin Star Games - 3:28
• Defining "Game Design" - 4:30
• How to Think Like a Game Designer - 6:22
• Student Differentiation and Different Game Players - 9:44
• Leveraging the Creative Side of Game Design - 21:38
• Rodger Rejoins the Conversation - 31:40
• Dustin, Rodger, and Steve play Wits & Wagers - 45:12

Games/Books from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Kobold Book of Game Design by Kobold Press
• Theory of Fun by Raph Koster
• The Art of Game Design: A Book of Lenses
• Board Games that Tell Stories by Portal Games
• Reality is Broken by Jane McGonigal

Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at-home and in the classroom:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

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VideoCast Episode Preview #2! We will be launching our VideoCast on YouTube for Season 12 of the Board Gaming with Education Podcast. This is a preview of what to expect! In this episode, we talk about two games that we previewed on our Instagram channel-- Aroma and Werewords! What do you think of these games? Leave a comment below!

Check out the video format of this episode:

https://youtu.be/JOwD5zo6ynY

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube Channel - 00:38
• Aroma - 01:59
• Werewords - 6:03
• What's to come?! - 10:57

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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our transition music on the podcast. This song can be found in full on this music archive.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/about-a-game-instagram-preview-of-aroma-and-werewords

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Shaun McMillan to talk about integrating low-prep game-based learning solutions for your classroom. Join Dustin, Shaun, and Rich on this discussion of board games for learning.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Gaming with Education Newsletter - 00:00
• Welcome Rich Back to the Show - 2:34
• Who is Shaun McMillan? - 2:37
• What is a Mega-Game? - 3:28
• Defining "Game-Based Learning" and Giving "Low-Prep" Examples - 4:54
• Shaun's Design Process for Game-Based Learning - 14:07
• Low-Prep Solutions - 17:56
• Rich Rejoins the Conversation - 40:32
• Dustin, Rich, and Shaun play Wavelength - 45:12

Check out our board game store:
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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/shaun-mcmillan

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In this week’s VideoCast Episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin gives tips for integrating modern board games into your classroom to create an engaging, rewarding, and fun learning experience.

Check out the video form of this episode here: https://youtu.be/zrOSUV2lN3c

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube Channel - 00:38
• Framing the Topic - 1:36
• Tip #1 - Modifying the Game - 2:56
• Tip #2 - Scaffolding the Game - 4:39
• Tip #3 - Extra Activities - 7:15
• Tip #4 - Gamify the Content with a Board Game - 9:41
• Tip #5 - The 3 Pillars of Board Games for Game-based Learning - 11:17

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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our transition music on the podcast. This song can be found in full on this music archive.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/using-modern-board-games-in-the-classroom

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Geoff Engelstein to talk about the interrelation between games and other aspects of our world. Join Dustin, Geoff, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00
• Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 2:34
• Who is Geoff Engelstein? - 6:39
• Geoff's Definition of a "game" - 8:52
• The Magic Circle of Games - 5:51
• Connecting Games to Life - 14:58
• Rulebook Writing and Developing Skills - 17:42
• Everyday Encounters with Psychology in Games - 19:55
• Rodger Rejoins the Conversation - 30:21
• Dustin, Rodger, and Geoff play Wits & Wagers - 41:13

Check out our board game store:
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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/geoff-engelstein

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Zdenek Lukas to talk about using board games to teach English. Join Dustin, Zdenek, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: EduGamer Membership - 0:00
• Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 2:06
• Who is Zdenek Lukas - 3:23
• Defining "Board Gamges/Tabletop Games" - 3:37
• Example of a Board Game to Teach English - 5:51
• Are Some Board Games More Effective at Teaching English than Others? - 8:04
• Participation and an Active English Langauge Classroom with Board Games - 16:56
• Rodger Rejoins the Conversation - 26:22
• Dustin, Dave, and Erik play 5 Second Rule - 34:48

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Codenames
• Werewords
• Werewolf
• Funemployed
• Pandemic
• Snake Oil
• Debatable

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/zdenek-lukas

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Odon Sults to talk about ViewHooo and what gamified presentations can do for engagement.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Instagram - 0:00
• What is ViewHooo - 3:19
• Emergent Experiences - 12:52
• User Experience with ViewHooo - 17:38
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down, Rapid Fire Lightning Round - 18:47

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Book - A Theory of Fun for Game Design by Raph Koster

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/odun-sultz

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Erik Agudelo to talk about diversity and inclusion in games and game design. Join Dustin, Erik, and Dave on this important discussion related to diversity and inclusion in games.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Shelf Stories - 0:00
  • Welcome Dave Back to the Show and Game-Based Learning Virtual Conference - 1:57
  • Defining "Diversity and Inclusion" - 5:35
  • Example of a Game that Uses Diversity and Inclusion in Games - 7:55
  • Why Diversity and Inclusion Matters - 10:42
  • Actively Considering Diversity and Inclusion - 19:19
  • Erik Share some Resources - 24:18
  • Dave Rejoins the Conversation - 28:49
  • Dustin, Dave, and Erik play Wavelength - 33:16

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Azul Summer Pavillion
• Floor Plan
• Magic Maze
• Wavelength

Articles Directly from the Episode:

Shelf Stories - Panel of Black Creators in Board Games | Chat with Friends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVEaUOjE2Jg&ab_channel=ShelfStories

Academic article (ACHIEVING KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER THROUGH DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE GAMES): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344332232_Grywalizacja_w_edukacji_i_biznesie

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Let's game the way to more diverse, inclusive and productive teams: https://www.ludogogy.co.uk/article/r-e-s-p-e-c-t-lets-game-the-way-to-more-diverse-inclusive-and-productive-teams/

Extra Credits Playlist on Education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNhP5b9YafM&list=PLhyKYa0YJ_5BIUqSDPmfBuKjTN2QBv9wI&ab_channel=ExtraCredits

Representation in Games Blog Post and PAX Recording
Representation in Games — University XP: https://www.universityxp.com/blog/2020/3/19/representation-in-games

Future of AI in video games focuses on the human connection: https://searchenterpriseai.techtarget.com/feature/Future-of-AI-in-video-games-focuses-on-the-human-connection

AlphaGo | DeepMind: https://deepmind.com/research/case-studies/alphago-the-story-so-far

Check out our board game store:
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Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/erik-agudelo

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Dustin is joined by Rodger and Tantrum House to talk about their virtual convention TantrumCon. Listen in to hear why attending a virtual board game convention can help with integrating games remotely in your classroom and with family.

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TantrumCon Website: https://www.tantrumhouse.com/tantrumcon.html/

TantrumCon Schedule: https://www.tantrumhouse.com/schedule.html

Join the Chat in Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/learningwithgames/permalink/733415837314692/

Our Facebook Group for Educators: Games-based Learning, Gamification, and Games in Education.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/tantrumcon-2021/

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Karl Rahenkamp to talk about using board games to reinforce content and using board games to teach new content. Join Dustin, Rich, and Karl on this discussion of looking at best practices and some drawbacks for both.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Updates and TantrumCon- 0:00
• Welcome Rich back to the Show - 2:26
• Who is Karl Rahenkamp? - 5:08
• Defining the Use of Games to Reinforce Content or Teach New Content - 5:35
• Examples of Board Games for Learning - 7:50
• Using Games to Introduce New Content in an English Langauge Classroom - 12:49
• Another Example of Reinforcing Content (science) - 16:18
• Werewolf and Wereword for Langauge Teaching - 17:17
• Using Games to Reinforce Skills - 19:31
• Take the Leap to Use Games in Class - 25:33
• Rich Rejoins the Conversation - 28:49
• Dustin, Rich, and Karl play Wits & Wagers - 36:19

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Werewolf
• Werewords
• Ion
• Wingspan

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/karl-rahenkamp

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Dustin chats about what to expect in Season 11 of the podcast and a special announcement related to new content from Board Gaming with Education.

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Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/podcast-season-11/

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Join Dustin and Rodger as they discuss plans for 2021 with Board Gaming with Education and take a look back at 2020. We look forward to a new year with our Board Gaming with Education community!

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https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/board-gaming-with-education-2020-2021

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This podcast episode mixed the medium of our blog posts and podcast episodes. In the episode, and the following blog post, Dustin and Rodger chat about games that taught them something in 2020! Join in on the conversation by commenting on our social media channels or directly on the blog post!

Episode Topics

• Introduction to the Topic - 0:00
• Brief Chat about Social Media Content Creation and New Game Plays - 1:12
• Game #1 - 5:43
• Game #2 - 8:27
• Game #3 - 13:01
• Game #4 - 19:13
• Game #5 - 22:43
• Final Thoughts about Gaming in 2020 - 27:14

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Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/top-board-games-that-taught-us-something-in-2020/

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Join Dustin for a solo episode discussing ways you can encourage your colleagues and fellow teachers to use board games. Dustin shares four tips on what you can do!

Episode Topics

• Introduction to the Topic - 0:20
• Tip #1 - Lead by Example - 1:46
• Tip #2 - Host a Professional Development - 3:52
• Tip #3 - Help your Fellow Colleagues Plan a Lesson - 7:06
• Tip #4 - Play Some Games Outside the Classroom - 9:05

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Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/tips-for-encouraging-your-fellow-teachers-to-use-board-games-in-class

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Kim Tolson to talk about using board games to develop soft skills. Kim gives some insights into ways you can use board games to develop soft skills and shares some examples of lessons she has developed for her classes. After Dustin and Kim’s discussion, Dustin and Dave continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Kim mentions in the episode.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Store - 0:00
  • Welcome Dave back to the Show - 1:09
  • Who is Kim Tolson? - 5:14
  • Defining "Soft Skills" - 10:25
  • Open-Mindedness - 14:20
  • Entertainment, Edutainment, and Education - 17:16
  • What Can Educators Learn from Game Designers? - 19:58
  • What Can Game Designers Learn from Educators? - 32:23
  • Rodger Rejoins the Conversation - 37:44
  • Dustin, Kim, and Dave Play FunEmployed - 49:13

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Concept
• MonsDRAWsity
• Nerd Words: Science
• Dixit
• Monikers
• Pictures
• Lost Cities
• Word Slam
• When I Dream
• Letter Jam

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/kim-tolson

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin chats with you about some updates with Board Gaming with Education and shares some amazing board game websites and resources that he has come across this year. The list also includes a lot of suggestions for how you can get the most out of your virtual holidays.

• Episode Topics
  • Updates from Board Gaming with Education - 0:20
  • Top 5 Board Game Websites (or adjacent resources) of 2020 - 6:20

Check out our board game store:
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Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/solo-holiday-kind-of-special-episode

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Eric Slauson to talk about game design and teaching. Eric shares his experience as both an educator and a game designer and what he has learned from filling both roles. He talks about his design experience and how that has leaked over into his role as an educator. After Dustin and Eric's discussion, Dustin and Rodger continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Eric mentions in the episode.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Holiday Promotion - 0:00
  • Welcome Rodger back to the Show - 1:51
  • Who is Eric Slauson? - 3:11
  • Defining "Game Designer" and "Teacher" - 8:00
  • Game Design and Teaching Overlap - 11:02
  • Entertainment, Edutainment, and Education - 17:16
  • What Can Educators Learn from Game Designers? - 19:58
  • What Can Game Designers Learn from Educators? - 32:23
  • Rodger Rejoins the Conversation - 37:44
  • Dustin, Eric, and Rodger Play Is That for Real a Board Game?! - 48:08

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• MonsDRAWsity
• Nerd Words: Science
• Tatoo Stories

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/eric-slauson

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Clayton Whittle to talk about using games to inspire environmental action. Clayton discusses the journey one takes to become better environmental stewards. He also shares some example games and talks about how game-based learning can help on this journey. After Dustin and Clayton's discussion, Dustin and Rich continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Clayton mentions in the episode.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Holiday Promotion – 0:00
• Welcome Rich back to the Show – 1:28
• Sponsor: The World Game – 2:32
• Who is Clayton Whittle? – 3:12
• Defining “Games” and “Environmental Action” – 4:37
• First, Looking at What it Means to be Environmental Stewards – 8:03
• How Can Games Inspire Environmental Action? – 13:06
• 5 Steps of Environmental Psychology – 26:40
• Rich Rejoins the Conversation – 40:06
• Dustin, Clayton, and Rich Play Wavelength – 52:11

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Aris
• Eco
• Fate of the World
• Super Engery Appocolypse

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/clayton-whittle

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Grace Withmory and guest Jake Michels to talk about best practices for teaching board games. Jake shares some amazing insights into teaching board games! Both Jake and Dustin discuss the implications of teaching games in a learning environment and also talk about some things you should keep in mind when you teach your students or other players a new board game. With Jake's expertise, Dustin and Grace continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Jake mentions in the episode.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Holiday Promotion - 0:00
  • Welcome Grace back to the Show - 1:28
  • Sponsor: The World Game - 3:49
  • Who is Jake Michels? - 3:12
  • Defining "Teaching Games" - 4:28
  • Scaffolding by Introducing Games to New Players and Your Students - 11:02
  • Breaking Down the Teaching Process and Introducing the Learning Objective - 16:14
  • Keeping Players Engaged When Teaching Games - 22:36
  • Grace Rejoins the Conversation - 30:17
  • Dustin, Jake, and Grace Play Snake Oil - 49:32

Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Point Salad
• Snake Oil
• Architects of the Western Kingdom
• Viticulture

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/jake-michels

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by Mike De Greef to talk about his game Bipolar the Card Game. In the episode, Dustin and Mike chat about the process of designing a game based on a sensitive topic. Mike lays out a strong blueprint for this design approach that is worth listening to! He also talks about the importance of raising awareness about mental health.

• Episode Topics
  • BGE Updates - 0:21
  • Who is Mike De Greef? 00:53
  • Learning through Games: Magic: the Gathering and English Language Learning - 4:30
  • A Career Shift to the Mental Health Field and Game Design - 6:28
  • Bipolar the Card Game - 9:11
  • Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 20:11

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/mike-degreef

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Hafiz Printer to talk about developing a game-based curriculum. Hafiz Printer shares his experience, insights, and tips for developing a game-based curriculum such as practical examples and decisions he's made for developing his game-based curriculum. With Hafiz's expertise Dustin, Rich, and Hafiz explore game-based teaching and look at the many considerations when designing a game-based curriculum.

• Episode Topics
  • Board Gaming with Education Holiday Promotion - 0:00
  • Welcome Rich Back to the Show - 1:28
  • Sponsor: The World Game - 3:49
  • Who is Hafiz Printer? - 4:31
  • Defining Game-Based Learning Curriculum - 5:22
  • Examples of Game-Based Learning Curriculum by Pulling the Game out of Content - 11:12
  • Student Experiences and Games - 20:43
  • Pitfalls and Challenges of Game-Based Learning Curriculum and How to Overcome them - 26:40
  • Don't Reinvent the Wheel - 32:39
  • Rich Rejoins the Conversation - 38:06
  • Dustin, Dave, and Brian Play Is that for real a board game?! - 49:32

Games in this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• 7 Wonders
• Timeline
• Taboo
• Trap Words
• Monikers

Check out our board game store:
https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/hafiz-printer

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by Damir Islamovic to talk about his game The World Game. In the episode, Dustin and Damir chat about the process of designing a geography board game. Damir shares his expertise in his design process and speaks to how he incorporated strategy and luck to make an engaging game experience.

Episode Topics

• BGE Updates - 0:21
• Who is Damir Islamovic? 00:56
• Learning through Games: Architecture, Monopoly - 3:39
• Generational Gaming and Board Game Cafes - 6:21
• The World Game - 9:11
• Designing for Educational Aspects of The World Game - 15:13
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 20:11

Please visit The World Game Kickstarter to order a copy!

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "Retro Gamer" for our Interview Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive. Also, thank you to Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) for his creative commons 4.0 contribution of "Getting it Done" for our Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round.

Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode.

https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/damir-Islamovic

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin introduces a new episode format. The show takes a more topical approach with each episode released on Mondays. Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Brian MacDonald to talk about abstract games versus theme-based board games for learning. Brian MacDonald is a psychologist who has supported children with learning difficulties for twenty years, in schools, treatment centers, and private practice. Recognizing the importance of play in learning and development, he recently started Brains On Games, a YouTube channel that provides overviews and previews of board games, emphasizing the learning skills that they practice. With his expertise Dustin, Dave, and Brian drill down into the topic of game-based learning through the lens of abstract and theme-based board games.

Episode Topics

• Abstract versus Theme-Based Board Games for Learning – 0:21
• Sponsor: The World Game – 1:42
• Who is Brian MacDonald? – 2:23
• Defining Game-Based Learning, Abstract Games, and Theme-Based Games – 8:11
• Creativity in Theme-Based Games – 18:27
• Abstract Games, Growth Mindset, and Fluid Reasoning – 20:12
• Theme-Based Games and History Games – 35:44
• Dave Rejoins the Conversation – 37:06
• Dustin, Dave, and Brian Play Wavelength! – 45:06

Games in this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon affiliate links]:

• Codenames
• Hanabi
• Just One
• Project L
• The Duke
• Wavelength
• K2
• Formula D
• Go
• Chess
• Coimbra
• Food Chain Magnate

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin Dave and Justin from Coozie Games. They chat about the game "Buy the Vote!" -- a bidding game based on the electoral college. Dave and Just share a bit about their experience designing the game and how they incorporated a real-world idea into a game that is fun, fast, and educational.

Episode Topics

• Who are Dave and Justin and What is a Coozie? 00:56
• Learning through Gaming: the Electoral College - 2:37
• Getting into Game Design - 7:35
• Buy the Vote! - 10:40
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 24:55

Please visit www.buythevotegame.com to pre-order a copy!

Social Media: FB, Twitter, Instagram @buythevotegame

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin and Rodger Moore chat about Season 10 of the Board Gaming with Education Podcast. They also share some ideas for using board games for learning and how they have managed to develop resources for various board games currently available at Board Gaming with Education . COM. Be sure to listen to hear about updates to previous Board Gaming with Education projects, resources they have developed for board games for learning, and the new format for Season 10.

Episode Topics

• Introduction to Season 10 and Welcome to Rodger - 1:04
• Second Chance Games - 8:11
• Updates on Previous Projects from Board Gaming with Education: WorldsXP, Review Deckbuilder - 13:15
• Board Gaming with Education Lifetime Resources for Board Games - 17:10
• Season 10 Format - 31:30

Thank you to Purple Planet Music for the wonderful contribution of their song "8-Bit Heaven" for our Transition Segment. This song can be found in full on this music archive.

Our Facebook Group for Educators: Games-based Learning, Gamification, and Games in Education

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Matt Pinchuk. Matt is the owner of All Aboard Games, a Montreal-based company that provides schools and educators with games-based learning programs. The two dive deep into how the player agency that is present in modern board games aids in their educational value and how Matt pitches the distinction to educators that might be used to more traditional games. We learn about All Aboard Games and get Matt’s views on games-based learning and what he’s doing to share those ideas and grow his company.

Episode Topics

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53
• Who is Matt Pinchuck? - 3:57
• Learning through Gaming: Rulebooks and History Games - 6:20
• Getting into Games - 9:40
• Pitching Games for Education - 15:30
• All Aboard Games - 18:36
• The Games that Work Best - 22:00
• Last Words of Advice: Get the Game to the Table! - 22:36
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 27:33

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Scott Kelly, an educator, and creator of the educational game Mathemagician’s Duel. He is also co-founder of the games company, BSGames. We learn fun facts about Scott’s history with gaming, his time working at Games Workshop, and how gaming came back into his life as a career after years of working as an educator. The two discuss topics such as keeping young students engaged in the classroom and the various challenges that arise with games-based learning. Included in this episode are an overview of Scott’s game, Mathemagician’s Duel, its mechanics, and educational goals.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53
• Who is Scott Kelly? - 4:37
• Learning through Gaming: 9th Grade Simulation - 12:05
• When Gaming Interconnected with Teaching - 15:39
• Challenges of Game-Based Education - 22:40
• Mathemagician's Duel - 27:18
• Last Words of Advice: Plan! - 40:19
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 46:50

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin has the pleasure of interviewing Jon Bobrow, founder of the game company Move38 and designer of the smart tabletop gaming system, Blinks. The two discuss Jon’s background in designing military simulations and large interactive museum exhibits as well as the steps that led him to the development of Blinks. We get a quick rundown of Blinks and learn about the development opportunities it offers its community of game designers and teachers. Jon also gives advice for teachers looking to maximize learning outcomes with gaming.

Episode Topics and Interviews

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53
• Who is Jon Bobrow? - 1:13
• Building Installations and Simulations - 2:39
• Blinks Game System - 12:04
• The Various Games of "Blinks" - 18:10
• Developing Your Own Game with "Blinks Game System" - 20:50
• Learning through Design - 24:50
• Last Words of Advice: Growing Design Thinkers - 28:50
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 31:40

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down with Nick Metzler, a game designer at Spin Master and past winner of Chicago’s Toy and Game Week’s Young Inventor Challenge. The two discuss contextual learning and strategies for gamifying a classroom to effectively motivate young learners. We learn about Nick’s journey as a contestant in the Young Inventor’s Challenge and how it opened up his career and pushed him into the professional sphere of the game and toy industry. We also get insight on Nick’s day to day activities as a full-time game designer and learn about some of the games he developed.

Episode Topics and Interviews

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- GBL Course 00:53
• Who is Nick Metzler? - 1:49
• Learning through Gaming: Contextual Learning and Gamification - 4:24
• From Hobby to Career - 7:48
• Gamification in the Classroom - 13:02
• "That's Cheating" and "Squashed" - 19:54
• Game Design Full-Time - 22:34
• Last Words of Advice: Growing Design Thinkers - 25:21
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 31:19

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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Dustin and Grace give some updates on Board Gaming with Education!

• Board Gaming with Education launched a course Game-Based Lesson Development Course!
• Grace took over the Instagram Account!

They also talk about some games they have been playing recently!

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We're back with Season 9! In today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Dave Schultz, game designer and founder of Gridopolis Games in Long Beach California. The two discuss Dave’s background in architecture and how it prepared and led him to designing games. We hear from Dave about his game and system Gridopolis. Gridopolis is a board game that incorporates 3D elements to create a unique and captivating gaming and social experience. Dave also discusses the educational aspects of his game and the steps he took to efficiently test and prototype during the design process.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 00:35
• Who is Dave Schultze? - 1:35
• Learning through Gaming: Lego-Inspired Passion - 3:55
• What is Gridopolis - 8:35
• The Educational Value of Gridopolis - 11:07
• Evolution of Prototyping - 19:10
• Student Playtesting - 22:10
• Last Words of Advice: Interaction, Creativity, and Logic-Thinking are Key Ingredients! - 23:00
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 27:50

Website: www.gridopolis.games

Store: www.gridopolis.shop

Facebook: @gridopolis

Twitter: @gridopolis

Instagram: @gridopolis

Videos: www.gridopolis.video

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Tim Eisner, a Portland, Oregon based game designer. Tim is the founder of the board game company Weird City Games and has designed and co-designed many games across many genres. Tim explains his history with game design as well as his games March of the Ants and Canopy, both of which are board games that explore concepts based around science and nature. The two discuss in detail the importance of making a game entertaining and what the inclusion of educational themes can add to a game to make it more interesting.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 1:48
• Who is Tim Eisner? - 2:17
• Starting Weird City Games - 6:19
• Outside of Real World Concepts - 8:32
• March of Ants Expansions - 11:38
• Developing from Real-World Examples - 14:34
• Choosing Fun Over Realism - 22:18
• Last Words of Advice - 29:00
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 32:12

Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/canopygame/canopy

Website: https://weirdcitygames.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeirdCityGames/

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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We did it! We hit triple digits with our podcast episodes. In podcast years, that amounts to about two years old, or so. For us, we have been releasing episodes since February 2018. In this episode, we get a visit from an old friend and chat about Dustin's aspirations when he first started the podcast, his journey along the way, and the future of the show. Listen in for some insights into podcasting, game-based learning design, and growing a community.

Episode Topics and Interviews

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 00:38
• Rich Hill and Dustin Staats - 2:04
• Inspiration for Board Gaming with Education - 5:00
• All Aboard the English Train - 7:00
• The Board Gaming with Education Community - 9:00
• Dustin's Most Memorable Moment with the Podcast - 13:32
• Learning Experiences with Teaching with Games - 14:32
• The Future of Board Gaming with Education - 25:02

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Niall Crabtree, a game design student at Huddersfield University in the United Kingdom. The two talk about Niall’s game, Blockers, a dexterity deck builder, and his experience with game design while attending his university. Niall gives insight on game design, his history with gaming, and what inspired him to pursue a career in the games industry. The two also talk about the importance of playing games to build up an arsenal of essential game design mechanics and how this concept permeates through much of Niall’s coursework.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 1:48
• Who is Niall Crabtree? - 2:17
• Monopoly and Economics - 4:42
• Game Design Major - 8:40
• Blockers - 11:25
• Analyzing Games - 14:33
• Experience as a Game Design Student - 18:58
• The Educational Value of Blockers - 25:02
• Last Words of Advice: Know Your Student Demographic - 28:09
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 30:47

Website: https://niallcrabtree.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/crabstudios

Instagram: https://instagram.com/crabstudios

Kickstarted: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/crabstudios/blockers-the-stacking-game-relaunch

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down in person with Michael Cosimini, a pediatrician and teacher at Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles, California. The two discuss Michael’s history with gaming as well as designing games and we get to learn about Michael’s antibiotic-based card game, Empiric. Michael tells how he transitioned the game from being used in his own classroom to being sold to other teachers around the world. The topic of reliable feedback comes up and Michael shares tips for beginner game designers on what to do to have the most success when starting their first game.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 1:48
• Who is Michael Cosimini? - 2:44
• Pizza and the Stock Market - 4:42
• Games and Learning Monotonous Medical Material - 5:49
• Empiric - 10:32
• Game Design - 15:15
• Playtesting and Feedback - 18:38
• Last Words of Advice: Get Involved! - 24:09
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 26:40

Empiric Game: EmpiricGame.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/609759219780965/

Twitter: @MichaelCosimini

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Sam Mendez, a student at MIT studying Comparative Media and also the designer of the board game Unfundable. The two talk about Sam’s game that puts you in the shoes of a Public Health Researcher as you compete with colleagues for funding. We learn about Sam’s background in gaming and his experience with the MIT research groups, like The Game Lab, and their roles in introducing Sam to the academic side of game design. Sam then goes through his experiences with playtesting his game and the differences between developing for academic applications and developing to appeal to games hobbyists.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter, YouTube - 1:27
• Our Sponsor: Evolution: Education Edition
• Who is Sam Mendez? - 2:39
• Sam Learns through Typing - 4:54
• From Gamer to Designing Learning Games - 7:49
• The MIT Game Lab - 10:59
• Unfundable - 15:15
• Development and Playtesting - 21:54
• Last Words of Advice: Playtesting and Matching Outcomes - 28:29
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 32:19

Website: samuelanimates.com

Unfundable: unfundable.fun

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelanimates

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, we meet Scott Rencher, the President of North Star Digital. North Star Digital is the digital side of North Star Games and has been tasked with adapting the card game Evolution as a video game. Scott gets into his history with North Star Games and talks about how the company operates as well as the challenges involved in digitally adapting a tabletop card game. Scott also talks about transitioning into the world of education when developing Evolution: Education Edition and speaks about the demand for it as a product.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter- 1:27
• Our Sponsor: Evolution: Education Edition
• Who is Scott Rencher? - 3:34
• Learning Life Lessons by Playing Poker - 10:27
• North Star Digital - 11:40
• Moving from Analog to Digital - 19:01
• Evolution: Education Edition - 23:54
• Last Words of Advice: Engaging Content Sticks - 30:22
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 32:33

Website: https://evolutionvideogame.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NSG_Digital

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northstargames/

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Thank you to Dallas Welk, the editor of this episode!

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On today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin interviews Mary Couzin, the CEO and founder of Chicago Toy and Game Week. Mary talks about her history starting the company and developing the conference which strives to be the Toy & Game Industry leader in promoting innovation, creativity, and connectivity throughout the world. She gives an overview of ChiTAG Week and explains select events, like PIE Con, a convention for focusing on play in education, and The Young Inventors Challenge, a contest held every year where young inventors compete and learn from industry leaders.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- newsletter- 2:27
• Who is MaryCouzin? - 4:10
• Starting Chicago Toy and Game Week (CHITAG) - 6:48
• All Things CHITAG - 12:18
• The Young Inventor Challenge - 14:54
• Play in Education (PIE) Con - 20:22
• Last Words of Advice: Allowing Kids to Grow through Failure - 24:58
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 29:05

Website: https://www.chitag.com/

Young Inventor Challenge: https://www.chitag.com/yic

Email:mcouzin@chitag.com

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Dustin has the privilege to talk to game-based science teacher, Matt Montrose, and asks him about his experiences with integrating games in the classroom and his design process for Ecologies the Card Game. His company, Montrose Biology, specializes in gamifying biological concepts for students, educators, and gamers alike. His first card game, Ecologies, has players compete to build food webs in 7 different biomes around the world. Be sure to check out Ecologies: https://www.etsy.com/listing/781597126

Episode Topics and Interviews

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Facebook group, newsletter, theTUNDRA- 00:28
• Who is Matt Montrose? - 3:03
• Learning Games through Students - 5:52
• Gaming with Grandma and Beyond - 7:36
• The Importance of Game-based Learning - 10:11
• Ecologies - 13:22
• Challenges in Game Design for Targeted Learning - 19:47
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 22:52

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Dustin has the privilege to talk to game-based science teacher, Rodger Moore, and asks him about his experiences with integrating games in the classroom. Rodger teaches in Reno, Nevada and has a career in education that spans about 25 years where he has enjoyed finding ways to allow games to enrich the educational experience of his students. Rodger gives veteran tips on breaking into game-based education. We also learn about his contribution to the book Learning, Education & Games, Volume 3: 100 Games to Use in the Classroom & Beyond as well his plans to retire so he can focus creatively on developing lesson plans based on games.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Patreon - 00:20
• Who is Rodger Moore? - 1:20
• The "Stumble" into Game-based Learning - 6:21
• Interacting with Students - 14:38
• Tips for Integrating Games in the Classroom - 19:50
• Student Engagement - 33:22
• Learning, Education, and Games, Volume 3: 100 Games to Use in the Classroom and Beyond - 37:45
• Last Words of Advice: Do Your Homework! - 42:16
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round & Desert Island Questionaire - 46:13

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin has a conversation about game design, theater, and designing for fun and learning with Jessica Creane from IKANTKOAN Games. Jessica immersive experience designer dedicated to crafting playful, transformative experiences that bring people together. She shares several insights on designing for experience, teaching game design, and finding the fun in games.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Patreon - 00:20
• Who is Jessica Creane? - 2:12
• Family Dynamics in Games - 6:40
• What Her Students Teach Jessica - 7:15
• Theater + Game Design - 9:25
• IKANTKOAN Games - 12:28
• Chaos Theory - 13:36
• The Heart of the Game - 17:20
• Finding the Fun and Designing for Learning - 19:35
• Last Words of Advice: Finding Passion - 25:20
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round & Desert Island Questionaire - 31:58

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin chats with Mandy Rice, a flipped classroom expert who also has some experience with game-based learning and gamification. This is a perfect episode for any teachers considering either flipping their classroom or wanting to explore the idea of how games and a flipped classroom can coincide in your curriculum. If you're interested in the resources and insights Mandy shares in the episode, be sure to check out her "Starter Kit."

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- playing games remotely - 00:20
• Who is Mandy Rice? - 3:12
• Mandy's Experience with Games - 6:40
• Using a Game Board for Differentiation and Autonomy - 8:03
• Game-Based Learning with Monopoly - 14:47
• Incentivizing Learning in a Gamified Classroom - 18:30
• A Flipped Classroom and Games - 21:20
• Last Words of Advice: One at a Time - 28:46
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 39:12

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In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin chats with Matt Bivens about his role as an art teacher. Dustin and Matt address the topic of games for learning, and Matt dives deeper into his experience teaching game design. Be sure to listen in and check out Matt’s blog Table with Matt Bivens.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Remote Adventure! – 00:20
• Who is Matt Bivens? – 2:15
• Matt’s Experience with at School – 4:32
• Using Games to Learn – 8:36
• Matt’s Journey with Games – 11:35
• Is Using Games in Education a Natural Process? – 16:50
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round – 39:12

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On this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin interviews Biophysics student and game designer, Will Hanson. The two discuss Will’s introduction into collecting playing cards and his history with role-playing games like Final Fantasy. We learn about Will’s double life as a Ph.D. student in biophysics and as a game designer. The two also have a lengthy discussion about flow state, the benefits of entering flow, and how it is properly achieved. Lastly, we get the full scoop on Will’s game, Fano, a fantasy inspired strategic card game played with a standard deck of playing cards.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Remote Adventure! - 00:00 & 0:55
• Who is Will Hansen? - 1:35
• Will's Experience Learning through Games - 5:14
• Biophysicist by Day, Game Designer by Night - 7:36
• Entering the Flow State - 9:45
• "Fano" - 19:39
• Last Words: Find Your Interests! - 17:15
• Desert Island Questionaire - 25:28
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 27:03

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This week Dustin interviews Victoria Caña and Alex Uboldi from "Cat Quartet Games" to talk about their game currently on Kickstarter "Gladius." They discuss topics ranging from the historical context in games, tangential learning, and soft skills learned from games.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- Stay safe and stay healthy! - 00:22
• Who are Alex and Victoria? - 1:54
• Applying Soft Skills Learning in Video Games to the Workplace - 5:07
• Falling in Love with History through Games - 8:00
• Alex and Victoria's Leap into Game Design - 11:48
• "Gladius" - 14:08
• Historical Games Driving Interest in Historical Topics - 17:15
• "Gladius" as an Academic Reference for Art History - 22:54
• Last Words: Why back "Gladius?" - 26:32
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 28:20

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This week Dustin interviews Jay Cormier, who runs "Off the Pages Games" a board game publishing company, teaches game design, creates escape rooms and other gamification for corporate training, and has designed games like MIND MGMT: The Psychic Espionage "Game," (on Kickstarter now), Junkyard Art, Draw Your Own Conclusions, and more. In the episode, we learn about his design process for his games, corporate training, and escape rooms. Dustin is sure to ask prodding questions on how Jay's insights can relate to education.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates- growing online community, reviews, events - 00:22
• Who is Jay Cormier? - 2:07
• Jays Journey from Game Designer to Publisher - 5:39
• "Draw Your Own Conclusions" and Agile Management - 7:54
• Game Desing is Easy - 12:50
• Corporate Training - 17:20
• Last Words of Advice: Learning Outcomes - 36:15
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 37:46

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Dustin and Grace visit Strategicon, a board game convention near LAX in Los Angeles. Listen in to the show to hear about their experience, what they think about the convention, and hear about some of the games they played! The convention happens three times a year. If you have the chance, be sure to attend, and let us know if you do!

• Introduction to Strategicon and the Episode - 2:05
• Day 1 - 6:10
• Day 2 - 8:50
• Wrap-up - 11:52

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This week Dustin interviews Tom Wetzel, the Marketing Coordinator for Thames and Kosmos. We learn about what Tom’s role is at the company, the company's history, and Thames and Kosmos' role in creating educational toys and board games. Tom shares with us his thoughts on how we learn when growing up and the importance of the interactions we get while gaming. The two also dive into Thames & Kosmos’ catalog of products and we get behind-the-scenes information on how the company develops and markets them.

• Who is Tom Wetzel? - 2:05
• Interaction in Games - 6:10
• Getting into the Board Game Hobby - 8:50
• Thames & Kosmos - 11:52
• Educational Games - 14:35
• Escape Room and Adventure Games - 20:39
• Challenges with Incorporating Education in Games - 27:38
• Last Words of Advice: What are you teaching? Who are you teaching to? - 30:06
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 32:43

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In today’s episode, Dustin has his first two-person interview with Dr. Wictz. Dr. Wictz is a game design team that consists of Aaron Honsowetz and Austin Smokowicz. The two like to incorporate economic and political based concepts into their games. They like to focus on the accessibility of these concepts with a focus on fun and engagement. We get to learn about the history of the two collaborating with each other and their ideas on game design and what types of games they enjoy making and playing. We also get a glimpse of their creative process and what they look out for when finding potential new game ideas.

• Our Sponsor for this Episode is "Facing Off!" - 00:59
• UNPUB- Playtesting for Game Designers - 2:06
• Who is Dr. Wictz? - 7:11
• Real-World Inspiration for Game Design - 11:03
• Making Economics Accessible - 14:52
• Starting the Design Process - 21:55
• Hidden Economic Concepts in their Games - 25:42
• Bringing Games into the Economics Classroom - 32:20
• Students Learning through Game Design - 37:27
• Last Words of Advice: Simply - 51:06
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 52:48

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Dustin sits down with Alex Wolf, a former ESL teacher in China turned tabletop game designer. Alex started Spielcraft games with co-founder Jared Bakewell in his spare time. They are set to release their first game publication, the Gladiator combat deck builder, For Glory. We learn of the similarities Dustin and Alex share as natives of Omaha, Nebraska as well as former overseas educators where Alex reveals the challenges of learning board games in other languages. The two talk about Alex’s game, For Glory, which is now live on Kickstarter and we get a glimpse into his creative process. Back it now and let us know, so we can share the love with Alex!

• Update from Board Gaming with Education- events - 1:24
• Our Sponsor for this Episode is "Facing Off!" - 2:32
• Who is Alex Wolf? - 3:41
• Using Magic: The Gathering to Learn Chinese - 5:54
• Teaching in China - 8:53
• Adventure in Game Design - 13:25
• Transition from Teaching to Game Design - 17:36
• For Glory! On Kickstarter Now! - 21:07
• Last Words of Advice: Follow Your Passion instead of Netflix - 24:50
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 27:46

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In this special release episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin interviews Aditya Batura the CEO of the Singapore-based education technology startup, Codomo. The two discuss Codomo’s recently developed tabletop educational card game, Potato Pirates 2: Enter the Spudnet, that is currently live on Kickstarter. Aditya shares how he arrived at his current career as an educational game designer, the evolution of his company, and his history as a gamer. We learn about Aditya’s introduction to computer programming and he shares his opinions on education and the enjoyment we get from learning. Back Potato Pirates on Kickstarter now: https://potato-pirates-2-enter-the.kckb.st/e14194eb (affiliate link)

• Update from Board Gaming with Education- special release episode - 00:15
• Who is Aditya Batura? - 1:30
• Codomo, an Educational Technology Company - 3:33
• The Difference Between Learning and Education - 8:17
• Aditya's Journey into Game Design - 12:00
• Potatoes Teach Us Computational Thinking! - 16:19
• Enter the Spudnet - 29:48
• Last Words of Advice: Context Matters! - 32:19
• Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Rapid Fire Round - 35:05

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down with Christienne Hinz, who he met at IndieCade, an independent games festival over the Summer. Christienne is a history professor at Southern Illinois University where she incorporates gamification and world-building elements into the classes she teaches. The two discuss the challenges of introducing game-based learning to a classroom and share tips on effectively implementing such programs. An avid DnD player, Christienne also shares her path to getting into games based education, meeting members of the pre-existing gamification community, and her hesitation to start the process of introducing games to her large classrooms. We also learn a few fun facts about Christienne on the way.

• Update from Board Gaming with Education- events and programs - 00:15
• Our sponsor for this episode is "Facing Off!" - 1:47
• Who is Christienne Hinz? - 3:07
• Finding Time to Game - 6:23
• Designing a Gamified Course - 9:54
• Getting Started with Christienne's Gamified Course - 17:11
• Difficulties When Designing a Gamified Course - 26:43
• What do Games Teach Our Students? - 32:10
• Last Words of Advice: Start Small, Scale Up - 38:31
• Christienne's Desert Island Questionnaire - 40:23

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin interviews Chad Elkins, the founder and lead designer of the Atlanta-based company, 25th Century Games. 25th Century Games is a tabletop game and puzzle developer whose goal is to bring people together through face-to-face interactions in a world where technology is decreasing the amount of in-person socialization. Dustin and Chad discuss a range of topics, like Chad’s introduction to the board gaming hobby and his decision to include historical and educational context to pique player’s interest. The two also touch on the importance of design and enjoyability as something to focus on when developing a successful table-top board game.

• Update from Board Gaming with Education- season 8, events, game-based resources - 00:15
• Chad Elkins from 25th Century Games - 4:20
• Game Design and Developing Problem Solving Skills - 9:30
• 25th Century Games - 12:26
• Using Educational Elements in Hobby Board Games - 17:11
• Jurrasic Parts from 25th Century Games - 28:06
• Finding Fud in Educational Games - 36:35
• Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down Rapid Round - 40:22
• Upcoming Projects and Contact Information for 25th Century Games - 47:00

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We're back with Season 8! Listen in to hear all about what's coming in Season 8, including game night episodes, board game events, game-based resources, early episode releases on our Patreon, and an addition of a community space on our website. If you have been around for a while now, we would love a review on iTunes: Review us here!

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin looks at all things Board Gaming with Education and games in education for 2019 and 2020. He discusses some accomplishments from 2019 for the Board Gaming with Education community, some challenges, and some things to look forward to in 2020. He also talks about the larger field of games in education in 2019 and what to hope for in 2020.

• Board Gaming with Education's 2019 - 1:40
• Board Gaming with Education Looks Ahead at 2020 - 11:50
• Games in Education for 2019 - 16:00
• Looking Ahead at Games in Education for 2020 - 21:04
• Games in 2019 & 2020 - 23:22

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin attends PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia with his convention sage Dave Eng. They embark on this journey to get answers about attending a large board game convention like PAX Unplugged as educators. Dustin talks to Dave about his experiences going to conventions and together they navigate the ins and outs of attending the conference. Dustin also interviews several attendees included publishers, designers, panelists, and attendees.

• PAX Unplugged Introduction – 1:30
• Austin from Dr. Wictz – 10:23
• Tom from Kosmos – 16:40
• Jesse from Quackalope – 19:21
• Jessica from IKantKoan – 23:22
• Dustin and Dave Catch Up – 28:30
• Scott from North Star Games – 28:30
• Tabitha an English Teacher – 41:06
• Dustin and Dave Recap – 43:26

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Dustin and Grace host a live chat on Facebook to discuss WorldsXP. We discuss Grace's experience using this system in her class and then Grace flips the script and asks Dustin some questions about his design process for WorldsXP.

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin has a conversation with James York. James is a lecturer at Tokyo Denki University where he does research on the application of game-based education for learning new languages. James talks about Communicative Language Teaching and his podcast, the Ludic Language Pedagogy Podcast. LLP also serves as a non-profit to encourage open conversations about games and play in language teaching and learning. Be sure to listen to the episode and James’ ideas on effective methods when introducing games into a classroom of second language learners.

• Fort Circle Games and Shores of Tripoli - 1:13
• Fun Facts: James and Chiptune Music - 3:31
• About James York - 6:04
• Benefits of Using Games in Language Learning - 8:51
• Use of Student's First Language - 13:02
• Engaging Students in the Classroom - 15:47
• Ludic Language Pedagogy - 21:05
• Final Tips from James - 27:52
• James Desert Island Questionnaire - 32:11

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares WorldsXP and how it can be used to motivate and engage your students. Dustin looks at WorldsXP and answers three main questions about the kit: Why would you want to use WorldsXP in your learning environment. What exactly is included in the kit? And answers a couple of how questions, like how do you implement it? How often can you use it? Be sure to listen in to learn more about WorldsXP. For any visual learners, you can also listen/watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/40-4gRmCybM.

• Why would you want to use WorldsXP? (3:40)
• What is included in WorldsXP? (8:40)
• How Questions (10:12)

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin and Grace talk about two games from Captial Gains Studio: Wongamania and Cryptocurrency. They talk about their experiences playing the games and potential implications they may have in class.

This episode is sponsored by Fort Circle Games. You can find their fun historical board game, Shores of Tripoli, that plays in forty-five to sixty minutes on Kickstarter now! (11/4/19)

• Fort Circle Games and Shores of Tripoli - 1:58
• Wongamania and Cryptocurrency by Capital Gains Studio - 2:48
• Wongamania - 8:27
• Cryptocurrency - 14:50
• Using the Games in Class - 19:00

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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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This is a special crossover episode of Board Gaming with Education and Games in Schools and Libraries. In this episode, Dustin talks with Kathleen Mercury from Games in Schools and Libraries. They discuss various topics like teaching game design, game-based learning, board games, podcasting, and networking. Be sure to listen in to hear a bit about their experiences on how games and education crossover in their roles as educators. Thank you again to Games in Schools and Libraries and Kathleen Mercury for a wonderful crossover episode!

• Dustin Staats and Board Gaming with Education - 2:08
• Kathleen Mercury and Games in Schools and Libraries - 3:05
• Resources to Teach Game Design - 4:35
• Teaching Gifted Kids: Games Provide Complex Problems to Solve - 6:46
• Game Design and Lesson Planning - 9:08
• Experiencing a Game Versus Using Games in a Learning Environment - 11:00
• Points in Games - 24:54
• Connected Students - 33:55
• Podcasts on Games in Education - 39:00
• Kathleen Discusses Game Design - 43:50
• Goals for Dustin and Kathleen - 60:30
• Putting "Better" Games in the Classroom - 62:30

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin talks to Jason from Engage Games. Jason has a game called Element Poker on Kickstarter. Element Poker employs some very clever mechanics to help with learning the different elements. Be sure to check out the game on Kickstarter and listen in to the episode to learn more about the game. Jason also shares his experiences running a board game club and his inspirations for the game.

• Jason Bodnar - 1:20
• Combining Science and Poker - 2:18
• Element Poker and Game-based Learning - 4:45
• Design Choices in Element Poker - 7:18
• Dustin Backs Element Poker - 11:12
• Board Game Club - 14:40
• Final Tips from Jason - 20:20

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin talks to Scout from Mockingbird Games. Scout is a History University Professor at Troy University in Alabama. At her university, she teaches courses in the newly established game design minor at Troy University. She also teaches a course titled History through Games. Her non-profit, Mockingbird Games, is responsible for the successfully funded game Face to Face published on Kickstarter. Be sure to listen to the episode to learn more about her wealth of knowledge in the field of game design and game-based learning.

• Scout Blum – 2:09
• Playtesting and Feedback – 3:25
• Mockingbird Games and Face to Face – 7:08
• What do Students Learn from Game Design – 9:43
• Reacting to the Past – 12:08
• Other Games in History – 17:00
• Game Design Minor at Troy – 20:40
• Final Tips from Scout – 24:25

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin and Melissa talk about game-based learning and gamification, Melissa’s twitter chat, #Games4Ed, how she applies the techniques from other educators to her own classroom, her entry into gamification, and some of her favorite board games. Melissa Pilakowski teaches English/Language Arts to 11th and 12th graders at Valentine High School in Valentine, Nebraska. She uses games in her classroom to motivate and energize her students to not only learn but build relationships with each other. She launched the Twitter chat #Games4Ed to connect and help enthusiasts of games-based education share stories and ideas

• Melissa Pilakowski - 3:06
• Gamification and Game-based Learning - 4:47
• Learning through Gaming - 8:17

• Games4Ed Twitter Chat - 10:08

• Relationships through Games - 13:54
• Challenges of Game-based Learning and Gamification - 15:24
• Breakout Games - 22:55
• Vocabulary Games - 27:52
• Not Everything in your Classroom Needs to be a Full-Fledged Game - 32:38
• Desert Island - 35:20

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin and Alex talk about their experiences using games, game-based learning, and gamification in their classrooms. Over the past six years, Alex Krempely has taught various Social Studies, English, and Drama classes in the United States, China, and Spain. He is a major proponent of gamification and has employed various game systems to improve student engagement and create a classroom community. He uses simulations, breakouts, and party games to get students involved and create a competitive learning atmosphere. Alex has also used Class Dojo and ClassCraft as help to manage student behaviors. Examples of lessons and resources can be found at his website: http://mrkrempely.weebly.com/.

• Board Gaming with Education Giveaway - 0:30
• Alex Krempely - 2:36
• Simulations as a Student - 4:23
• Enjoying Teaching - 7:50
• Prosocial Emotions - 9:20
• Using Games from Day 1 - 11:25
• ESL/ELL Games in Class - 13:50
• Using Simulations - 20:00
• Gamification- Classcraft and Class Dojo - 29:30
• WorldsXP - 39:30

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In this Board Gaming with Education Episode, Dustin goes over what to expect for Season 7. What's new you might ask? How about a giveaway to start! To celebrate Board Gaming with Education's transition from Taiwan to Los Angeles, we are giving away two Taiwanese related games. Listen in to hear how to enter AND listen for the secret word for this episode to earn an extra entry. Season 7 will also include some great interviews, updates to WorldsXP, and more Geek Discussions Episodes! Always feel free to reach us on social media. We would love a review on iTunes: Review us here!

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin and Michael Matera from the Well PlayED Podcast and author of Explore Like a Pirate [Amazon affiliate link] talk about game-based learning, gamification, and board games. Michael is an engaging, fun and inspiring nationwide speaker and author, delivering keynotes, workshops and small group professional development to teachers and administration. As a gamification guru and moonshot thinker, Michael transforms the traditional classroom into a high-energy environment where active student engagement is paramount. Also, happening right now, as of this episode air date, is the free professional development for educators, the Hive Summit. Listen to the episode to learn more about the summit, or sign-up now! Reach out to Micheal at https://mrmatera.com.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates - 0:30
• Michael Matera - 3:10
• Explore Like a Pirate and Introducing Gamification - 4:28
• Student-focused Design - 5:36
• Simulations in Learning - 8:26
• Catan in Class - 11:05
• Leaning into the Theme and Game - 20:30
• Well PlayED - 23:51
• Hive Summit - 26:25

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Alan Gerding from the Tuesday Knight Game Podcast and board game company. Alan is also a college professor in Ohio. In this episode, we discuss a range of topics from gamification techniques and the implications they have on behavior in Alan's classes to his game design journey with Tuesday Knight Games. So, sit back, relax, and listen in to learn a bit more about the impacts games can have on learning and hear Alan's story of designing his first game, Two Rooms and a Boom [Amazon affiliate link], with co-owner of Tuesday Knight Games Sean McCoy.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates - 0:30
• Alan Gerding - 3:10
• Gamification in Education - 5:45
• Using Games and Gamification in Psych - 10:55
• Leaderboards in Gamification - 17:45
• Extrinsic Versus Intrinsic Motivation - 20:15
• Why Does Alan Play Games? - 26:16
• Two Rooms and a Boom - 31:05
• Tuesday Knight Games - 33:40
• Tuesday Knight Games Podcast - 37:40

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Alan Gerding from the Tuesday Knight Game Podcast and board game company. Alan is also a college professor in Ohio. In this episode, we discuss a range of topics from gamification techniques and the implications they have on behavior in Alan's classes to his game design journey with Tuesday Knight Games. So, sit back, relax, and listen in to learn a bit more about the impacts games can have on learning and hear Alan's story of designing his first game, Two Rooms and a Boom [Amazon affiliate link], with co-owner of Tuesday Knight Games Sean McCoy.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates - 0:30
• Alan Gerding - 3:10
• Gamification in Education - 5:45
• Using Games and Gamification in Psych - 10:55
• Leaderboards in Gamification - 17:45
• Extrinsic Versus Intrinsic Motivation - 20:15
• Why Does Alan Play Games? - 26:16
• Two Rooms and a Boom - 31:05
• Tuesday Knight Games - 33:40
• Tuesday Knight Games Podcast - 37:40

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down and talks with Jon Cassie from Game Level Learn. Dustin and Jon talk about a variety of topics ranging from the differences between game-based learning and gamification to using gaming elements in his lessons to helping teachers use gaming elements in their own classes. Listen in to learn more about Jon, Game Level Learn, the Game Level Learn Convention and how you can use some of his teaching practices in your classroom.

• Jon Cassie - 0:40
• Game Master and Empathy - 1:55
• Game Level Learn - 7:03
• Game-based Learning vs. Gamification - 12:30
• Tips for Implementing Games in Class- 16:34
• Lesson Plans and Iterations - 19:20
• The 2012 Election and Gamification - 23:05
• Game Level Learn Con - 27:40

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[Episode Replay] This is an episode replay. Grace and Dustin talk about implementing a gamification system in Grace's class. At the time of the episode release date, the gamification system had no name. It has been updated based on playtester feedback and insights from other experts and colleagues. For more on WorldsXP be sure to sign-up for our email list.

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down and talks with Grace Withmory about gamifying her curriculum. If you listen to our Gamification Diaries mini-series you will learn about the process Dustin and Grace used to gamify a high school English language classroom. In this episode, Dustin discusses his design choices in creating the system and Grace and Dustin both discuss the successes and challenges of implementing the system in Grace's classroom.

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• Amped Up Learning- 2:34
• Gamification Discussion Day 3- 3:41

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down and talks with Zack Hartzman from Hey Listen Games. Dustin and Zack talk about some unique lessons that Zack has created for teachers. He uses video games to engage his learners. You can find the games he uses in his curriculum, downloadable lessons plans, and reflections of using game-based learning at his website Hey Listen Games. Listen in to learn about a great website and some great resources so you can learn about Zack's perspective on using video games in his lessons.

• Board Gaming with Education Updates - 0:20
• Hey Listen Games and Zack Hartzman - 4:20
• Learning Cooperation through Zelda - 6:20
• Monopoly and Economic Systems - 8:35
• Hey Listen Games- 9:54
• Pros and Cons of Using Video Games in Class - 13:39
• Games and Student-Teacher Relationships - 25:10
• What are you playing now? - 30:10

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Moonlight Board Game Festival Live Videos:

• Day 1: Maddish Island, Good Game Studio, XMultiverse
• Day 2: The Wood Games, Transit, Lost Tile Games, EmperorS4, Mizo Games
• Day 3: Liner Notes, Enjoy Thinking Studio, Monsoon Publishing, TIME2PLAY, Big Fun Board Games, Saashi and Saashi
• Day 4: Itten, Studio Denka, Play with Us Designs, Origam, Nekomancy

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In this episode of Season 6 of Board Gaming with Education,Dustin talks with Grace and Jay about their expectations of the Moonlight Board Game Festival. In this episode, they talk about things they expect from the festival and things they are looking forward to, and they look back on last year's festival.

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In this "Geek Discussion" Episode of Season 6 of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin brings on Jay and Spencer to talk about board game reviews. In this episode, they cover two gaming terms: "ambient sociability" and "naches." Listen in (or read below) to hear them discuss these terms and what they mean. They also share actionable items that you can do to participate in the conversation: Tweet @bge_games or comment on Facebook to let us know who your favorite board game reviewer is!

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• Jay from Cardboard East and Spencer, "Northern Realms" Creator
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• Gaming Terms: “ambient sociability” and "naches"- 9:50
• Board Game Reviews- 15:24
• Homework- 34:10

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down and talks with Danielle Reynolds from DMR Creative. Dustin and Danielle talk about her game Nut Stash. Nut Stash is a fast-paced, real-time game of rolling dice and matching sets. Push the limits of basic math skills by pairing simple addition with hand-eye coordination, and non-stop dice rolls. 2 to 6 players split into teams of Squirrels and Chipmunks to compete to find and store the most nuts before winter arrives. Listen in to see if this game has the potential for learning in your classroom or learning environment!

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• Danielle Reynolds - 0:40
• Framing the World through Play - 1:10
• Camp Counselor and Learning - 2:40
• Getting into Game Design - 5:10
• Nut Stash - 6:30
• Nut Stash for Learning - 10:49
• Curbside - 18:30

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In this episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down and talks with Wes Schierenbeck from Brooklyn Game Lab. Dustin and Wes talk about board games and how they can be a great learning experience for kids. Wes is the Program Manager at Brooklyn Game Lab, an after-school program and summer camp for kids; in the program, students develop social and strategic skills by playing & designing board games.

• Wes Schierenbeck - 0:45
• Sid Meier's Civilization- 1:16
• Jumping into the Program at Brooklyn Game Lab - 2:00
• Educational Benefits of the Program at Brooklyn Game Lab - 6:15
• What Else Does Brooklyn Game Lab Do? - 11:06
• Programs, Events, and Activities at Brooklyn Game Lab - 12:05

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In this "Geek Discussion" Episode of Season 6 of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin brings on Jay and Spencer to talk about Kickstarter. Be sure to listen in to hear what Kickstarter is all about. In this episode, they cover two gaming terms: "orthogonally" and "AP (analysis paralysis)." Listen in to hear them discuss these terms and what they mean. They also share actionable items that you can do to participate in the conversation: Tweet @bge_games or comment on Facebook to let us know about a Kickstarter game you recently backed or are thinking about backing. Or, in your opinion let us know what was the first good game on Kickstarter?

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• Jay from Cardboard East and Spencer "Northern Realms" Creator
• Homework Review- 3:20
• Gaming Terms: “orthogonally” and "AP (analysis paralysis)"- 9:50
• Kickstarter- 15:24
• Homework- 34:10

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In this episode of Season 6 Dustin shares a deck builder review game for all content areas. He used it in his wife's English language classroom. Teams compete in groups to create the best deck by answering review questions. Then as a class, they compete against a final challenge. Be sure to download the lesson plan and materials below. Be sure to let us know how it goes in your class!

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In this "Geek Discussion" Episode of Season 6 of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin brings on Jay and Spencer share their unique experiences about 5 games they have learned something from.

Jay runs the Asian board game review site called Cardboard East. Spencer owns a vegan restaurant in Taipei called Ooh Cha Cha. He also wrote and designed the RPG system The Northern Realm.

You can also check out the games we talk about in the show below on Amazon!

Games in this episode (support our podcast through our Amazon affiliate links):

Jay's 5

• Black Orchestra
• Android Netrunner
• Arkham Horror
• Dune
• Dominion

Dustin's 5

• Balderdash
• Kings in the Corner
• Risk
• Poker
• Stockmarket Game

Spencer's 5

• Twilight Struggle
• Mouse Trap
• Dungeons & Dragons 3.5
• Rising Sun
• Pandemic

Other Games: The Captain Can Spell

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