Game-based Learning (Interactive Demo)

What does the lesson “Finding Citations,” the game “Trivial Pursuit,” and the mechanic “Bluffing” all have in common? In this bootcamp brainstorm facilitated by a CUNY professor, attendees are broken up into design teams whose job it is to enhance a traditional lesson with the mechanics of popular board games in only 20 minutes. Whether you have to teach the rules of citation or the rules of interviewing, there is usually a game plan that can help. This game teaches you how to integrate educational games into your classroom, while providing a fun introduction to the principles of game-based learning.

Painting Students at Work

Two students learning painting at the New York Trade School are shown here working on decorative designs. Black and white photograph.

Electrical Students at Work

A class full of students learning electric are shown in an electrical classroom at the New York Trade School. In the upper left-hand corner of the room a sign reminding the students to think about safety can be seen. It reads, "Beware of Live Wires: Students are warned not to make, or disconnect hookups, without first opening the switch that controls the flow of current. Observe Safety First at All Times." Black and white photograph.