GameOn: Non-formal learning in Game design

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This learning playlist explores the essentials of non-formal learning and how this methodology can be applied in the game design process.
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Complete all playlist activities to learn about:
What is non-formal learning?
What are the values and principles that guide non-formal learning?
How does non-formal learning look in practice?
How can you apply non-formal learning in a game design process?
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Watch this video that introduces how games and game design can be used as a tool in non-formal learning:
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Follow the following playlist activities to develop your non-formal learning understanding and competences to support better the learning of people involved in the game design process.
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The international partnership “GameOn” created this playlist to promote inclusion, participation and critical thinking through game design. Learn more about this partnership here.
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Expert partners:
﻿Nexes (ES) – lead partner, Idealúdica (ES), Universitat de Barcelona (ES), BalkanIdea Novi Sad (SR), Nectarus (LT), Associazione Interculturale NUR (IT).
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Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.
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Cover image by Shubham Dhage on Unsplash 

Activities to complete

Complete the following activities, earn badges and you will see your playlist progress updated

GameOn: Non-formal learning in a nutshell

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GameOn: Values and principles of non-formal learning.

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GameOn: Non-formal learning values and principles on a trial

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GameOn: Non formal learning in practice

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How does non-formal learning manifest in practice?
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In this activity you will be able to explore examples of non-formal learning and share your examples. Visit other activities of the playlist “GameOn: Non-formal learning in Game design” to explore more on how to apply non-formal learning in the game design process.
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Very often, we tend to perceive non-formal learning through lenses of using non-formal learning methods. This is true to the most extent. In non-formal learning we use a variety of methods.
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Watch examples of non-formal learning methods:
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Yet, non-formal learning is more than just using methods. We carry out non-formal learning activities, projects, programmes that are long term experiences. Non-formal learning is also a lot about relations between individuals, the group and educators.
Watch videos below that explore the role of educators in non-formal learning settings. While watching, reflect on the following:
How much from videos do you recognise on your role as educator? What do you perform similarly? What is different?
In which areas do you think you want to develop more to be a non-formal educator?
What non-formal education examples and practices do you know and want to share? Use this Padlet board to post your examples.  
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You may complete the activity and earn a digital badge by adding your reflections to the badge evidence below. In the resources you may find the Padlet board to post non-formal learning practices and examples.
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This activity is part of the wider educational effort of the international partnership “GameOn” to promote inclusion, participation and critical thinking through game design. Learn more about this partnership here.
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Expert partners:
Nexes (ES) – the lead partner, Idealúdica (ES), Universitat de Barcelona (ES), BalkanIdea Novi Sad (SR), Nectarus (LT), Associazione Interculturale NUR (IT).
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Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union

Resources

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GameOn: Non-formal learning in practice Get this badge

Earners of this badge watched videos that presented non-formal learning practice and reflected their approach to being a non-formal educator. They reflected on the following questions:
How much they recognise their role as non-formal educator
In which areas they want to develop to be a non-formal educator
Optionally, they shared non-formal education examples and practices they know.
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The evidence of completing this activity is included in the badge and was reviewed by the organisers.
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This activity is part of the wider educational effort of the international partnership “GameOn” to promote inclusion, participation and critical thinking through game design. Learn more about this partnership here.

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Task no.1

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Watch videos about non-formal learning methods and the role of educators. Share your thoughts on the following questions to earn the activity badge:
What is your role as a non-formal educator? Briefly describe your role.
In which areas do you want to develop as a non-formal educator? Mention 2-3 areas for development.
If you want, share on this Padlet non-formal learning practices and examples.
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GameOn: Non-formal learning meets the game design

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Completed playlist: 0

Organisers

GameOn - Game Design for Inclusion

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