Kicking Off the I-GAME Erasmus+ Project with a Successful First Transnational Meeting
Revolutionizing Education Through Serious Board Games
Dracon Rules Design Studio proudly participated in the first Transnational Project Meeting (TPM) of the I-GAME project on April 6, 2022. Hosted in partnership with Challedu (Greece), Archon Studio (Poland), and Asociatia Share Education (Romania), this Erasmus+ initiative aims to explore and implement serious board game methodologies to enhance education and social inclusion.
The Goals of I-GAME
The I-GAME project (Innovative Gaming Methodologies in Education) is designed to:
Exchange knowledge and deepen expertise in creating serious board games.
Leverage board games as educational tools for engaging vulnerable groups.
Disseminate outcomes to educators, the board game industry, and other stakeholders.
Through collaboration, the project partners aim to create tools that combine perspectives from various fields, making education more accessible and impactful.
What Happened at the First TPM
The meeting brought together representatives from all partner organizations to discuss the project's objectives, upcoming activities, and strategies for raising awareness. Key highlights included:
Outlining the stages of serious board game creation and their educational applications.
Developing a shared understanding of how board games can address educational challenges and promote inclusion.
Defining next steps for the project's implementation and dissemination strategy.
Dracon RDS’s Contribution
As a dedicated partner, Dracon Rules Design Studio contributes its expertise in board game design and gamification, focusing on creating educational tools that bridge traditional learning and innovative practices. By actively participating in discussions and planning, Dracon ensures the project's outcomes align with its mission to foster inclusive and engaging educational experiences.
The Road Ahead
With the successful completion of the first meeting, the I-GAME consortium is now set to:
Develop a series of serious board games tailored to various educational needs.
Conduct workshops and training sessions for educators on integrating board games into their practices.
Share the results with stakeholders in education and the board game industry to maximize the project's impact.
Stay tuned as we continue to transform education through the power of play!
