Beyond Candyland: How to modify board games to make them more engaging with Amy Shema and Sharon Peck
Empire State Maker Faire 2020
October 16th-17th
Beyond Candyland: How to modify board games to make them more engaging
Based on our work researching the use of games in classroom learning we will share tips to modify games. We understand the power of games and play to engage students in critical thinking, while building agency and strengthening communication skills. We have worked with teachers to teach them how to skin, mod and make their own games for classroom use. Based on our work we will share examples of games that were modified to use in the classroom. We will share recommendations so you'll be ready to start modding and creating your own games for school or play.
Sharon Peck
Sharon Peck, PhD, is an associate professor of literacy at SUNY Geneseo, near Rochester, NY. . Sharon enjoys supporting teachers in bringing play back to the classroom. She researches play, language arts, games, puppetry and practices to support urban and English Language Learners. Sharon leads an urban literacy clinic and enjoys the way games and game elements enhance literacy learning. An avid board gamer, Sharon is committed to exploring ways to support student cognitive growth through tabletop games. Sharon is also a single mother of twin boys who continually remind her of the importance of play.
Amy Shema
Amy Shema is an
