Learn how you can utilize Twine to create interactive, gamified course materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As faculty consider strategies for increasing student enthusiasm for learning, many are turning to gamification. For a lot of us, this has taken on a few different forms. We have either assigned an existing game for students to play or utilized game-like features (e.g., leveling systems or badges\/achievements). But I have found that there are times when I need a tool that is aligned specifically with my course goals, and I just can\u2019t find one that fits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While this may sound like an impractical task, Twine<\/a> makes this an attainable reality. In fact, it could even serve as a useful tool for students as they work on assignments in your class. In my PhD coursework, I have used Twine to create a Wiki on queer pedagogy and a short game that would allow players to make pedagogical choices and reflect on the effect of those choices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I see two possible use-cases for Twine, though I am sure our creative faculty will find new and exciting uses for the tool. The first possibility is to create a text-based scenario game. The second is to create a Wiki for a specific course concept. <\/p>\n\n\n\n My colleague, Cheri Madewell, does a great job of succinctly explaining how gamification can help in the classroom in one of her Teaching Innovation Blog articles<\/a>. She links to a meta-analysis<\/a> that demonstrates how gamifying the classroom can benefit cognitive, motivational, and behavioral learning outcomes for students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Games, of course, do not have to be digital. But if you are teaching online or are hoping to have students complete a game outside of class, digital games can be useful for creating meaningful learning experiences. Twine allows you the ability to create a scenario-based game, which gives you the opportunity to fine tune the game to your course.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy would I use it?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n