Board Gaming with Education
155 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 32 ratings"Board Gaming with Education" explores board games, game-based learning, gamification, and other elements of gaming and how they can complement, supplement, and interact with education and learning. If you are an educator, teacher, board game hobbyist, or board game professional and you are curious how board games can be used as learning tools, then this podcast is for you!
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Episode 150 - Running Educational Programming at a Tabletop Game Cafe feat. Prisha
October 11, 2021 23:33 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBDustin chats with Prisha about her tabletop game cafe in India. They talk about marketing tabletop games and running educational programming at a tabletop cafe. Dustin shares his expertise in using game-based learning and gamification techniques. Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube) 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook 1:18 - Introduction to Prisha 3:31 - Context for the Conversation and Unders...
Episode 149 (Special Episode): Brick-and-Mortar Journey Ep 1 - Running Booths at Events (Part 1)
October 04, 2021 20:40 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBDustin shares his experience running a booth at a local event. He talks about some things he's learned from his booth experience and shares some data on the success of the event. Episode Topics 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education/BGE's Tabletop Updates - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook 3:56 - Introduction to Running Booths at Local Events 11:14 - Looking at the Data 14:40 - Conclusion Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home...
Episode 148 - Using Games to Improve the World with Stop, Drop, and Roll Games feat. Laurie Blake
September 20, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBDustin chats with Laurie Blake about the power of games for good. We chat about his company Stop, Drop, and Roll Games and its mission-- inclusive, conscientious, and immersive. We also chat about their game Earth Rising and how it ties into games for learning. Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on YouTube) 00:00 - Board Gaming with Education - Twitch or YouTube or Facebook 1:49 - Introduction to Laurie Blake 8:24 - Using Games to Imp...
Episode 147 - Board Gaming with Education Resources and Updates
July 26, 2021 18:38 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares some resources you'll find as a part of the Board Gaming with Education community and some huge updates! Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore Resources - 0:57 Updates - 9:52 Check out our board game store for a curated collection of board games for learning at home and in the classroom: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com GET UPDATES ABOUT OUR BRICK-AND-MORTA...
Episode 146 - Using Tabletop Games In-Person in a Socially Distanced Classroom
July 19, 2021 23:38In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares his experience with using tabletop games in person this past summer. He talks about different games he has used and tips for implementing them and keeping students distanced. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore Tip #1: Check out party games! - 4:02 Tip #2: Personal Whiteboards - 8:06 Tip #3: Connect Your Phone Camera to Your Computer to Project the Board - 13:41 Tip ...
Episode 146 - Using Tabletop Games In-Person in a Socially Distanced Classroom
July 19, 2021 23:38In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin shares his experience with using tabletop games in person this past summer. He talks about different games he has used and tips for implementing them and keeping students distanced. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Webstore Tip #1: Check out party games! - 4:02 Tip #2: Personal Whiteboards - 8:06 Tip #3: Connect Your Phone Camera to Your Computer to Project the Board - 13:41 Tip ...
Episode 145 - Using Tabletop Games in Class feat. William Brown from The Hungry Gamer
July 12, 2021 19:42 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by William Brown from The Hungry Gamer to discuss how he has used tabletop games in the classroom. He talks about several examples as well as dives into one specific example of how he used Thousand-Year-Old Vampire to teach writing. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education! Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Board Gaming with Education Store - 00:00 ...
Episode 144 - Using Game-Based Learning as Formative Feedback feat. Jenny Varrichio
June 14, 2021 20:44 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Jenny Varrichio to discuss game-based learning and using it as a tool for formative feedback. Jenny shares insights into her research as to how we can leverage game-based learning in our classrooms with our learners. This is a perfect episode for diving into the reasons why and how to create an environment for the successful use of game-based learning. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content fr...
Episode 143 - Game-Based Learning and Getting to Know Others feat. Peter Seiler of Yub Nub Games
June 07, 2021 19:16 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Peter Seiler, to best game-based practices for getting to know others. Peter shares his game Top Tale and how it fosters a great experience for getting to know your fellow human. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education! Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Newsletter Community - 00:00 Who is Peter Seiler? - 3:20 Overview of our Topic: Getting to ...
Episode 142 - Running Tabletop RPG Programs at a Library and other Youth Programs feat. Hamid Printer
June 01, 2021 22:46 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Hamid Printer, to discuss running tabletop roleplaying games at a library or other youth programs. Hamid shares some amazing tips for beginners and veterans alike on how best to run a tabletop roleplaying game at your local library. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education! Episode Topics (timestamps are for podcast episode | video time stamps are available on Y...
Episode 141 - Game-Based Learning, Video Games, and Remote Learning feat. Dan White from Filament Games
May 24, 2021 23:36 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Dan White, CEO of Filament Games to talk about using video games for game-based learning. They explore topics such as defining game-based learning and where games fall on a game-based learning spectrum, how and what role game-based learning played during the pandemic, and what the future of game-based learning may be. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education! Ep...
Episode 140 - 3 Steps to Using Tabletop Games in the Classroom
May 17, 2021 20:49 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin talks about implementing a tabletop game as a game-based learning lesson. In the episode, he takes this in three steps-- framing the context for using the game, pulling the learning outcomes from the game, and structuring supplemental materials or activities around the game. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education - Call for Resources and Game-Based Learning Lesson Development Course - 00:00 Step 1: Overview, Context, an...
Episode 139 - What we can Learn from Playing Spatial Awareness Games feat. Dina Ramse
May 07, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Dina Ramse to talk about what we can learn as players from spatial awareness and spatial recognition games. We discuss the impacts these games can have on us and our daily lives and also chat about how these games have helped Dina's son. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get more content from Board Gaming with Education! Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Games for Learning...
Episode 138 - Designing for the Player's Experience feat. Alex Lu
May 03, 2021 21:54 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Alex Lu to talk about what the player's experience is all about. We talk about this from both the perspective of the player and the perspective of the designer. We discuss topics such as inclusion and representation in games, what to look out for as a parent or educator on what games to pick up, and what designers should consider when designing for the player's experience. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel t...
Episode 137 - Using Board Games at Home for Hybrid Learning and Homeschooling feat. Danielle Dabbs
April 26, 2021 18:09 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MBWe're back with Season 12! In this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Danielle Dabbs for Board Gaming with Education's first-ever VideoCast episode. Whether you're a parent looking for more ways to spend time as a family, use games to support learning, or are a hardcore hobby gamer and looking for more games to play with kids this episode is for you! Danielle shares some awesome games to use at home to support hybrid learning and homeschooling. She also shares...
Episode 136 - Season 12 Preview
April 19, 2021 18:56 - 7 minutes - 10.7 MBDustin from Board Gaming with Education shares some updates and what to expect for Season 12 of the podcast. Check out the video format of this episode: https://youtu.be/t6iIdwOif5o Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube Channel - 00:38 Introduction - 1:36 Weekly Streams - 1:42 Instagram - 3:34 Our Website - 5:52 Newsletter - 6:18 Check out our board game store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com Thank you to Purple Planet Mu...
Episode 135 - Dustin and Grace go to Strategicon! [REPLAY - Original Episode 86]
April 12, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MB[REPLAY] Dustin and Grace visit Strategicon, a board game convention near LAX in Los Angeles. Listen in to the show to hear about their experience, what they think about the convention, and hear about some of the games they played! The convention happens three times a year. If you have the chance, be sure to attend, and let us know if you do! Introduction to Strategicon and the Episode - 2:05 Day 1 - 6:10 Day 2 - 8:50 Wrap-up - 11:52 Check out our board game store: https://www.boar...
Episode 134 - Board Gaming with Education and Games in Schools and Libraries Crossover feat. Dustin Staats and Kathleen Mercury [REPLAY - Original Episode 71]
April 05, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB[REPLAY] This is a special crossover episode of Board Gaming with Education and Games in Schools and Libraries. In this episode, Dustin talks with Kathleen Mercury from Games in Schools and Libraries. They discuss various topics like teaching game design, game-based learning, board games, podcasting, and networking. Be sure to listen in to hear a bit about their experiences on how games and education crossover in their roles as educators. Thank you again to Games in Schools and Libraries and...
Episode 133 - Game-Based Learning and Gamification in the Corporate Field versus the Educational Field feat. Terry Pearce
March 29, 2021 19:49 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Terry Pearce to discuss the differences and similarities between game-based learning and gamification in both the corporate world and the education world. Join Dustin, Terry, and Dave on this discussion of board games for learning. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00 Welcome Dave Back to the Show - 1:01 Who is Terry Pearce? - 3:09 Farming ...
Episode 132 - What Game Design Can Teach Us About Life feat. Steve Dee
March 22, 2021 20:05 - 45 minutes - 7.83 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Steve Dee to discuss the importance of game design, how game design overlaps with other aspects of our lives, and what we can learn from game design through an educator's lens. Join Dustin, Steve, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00 Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 0:29 Who is S...
Episode 131 - "About a Game" Instagram Preview of Aroma and Werewords
March 15, 2021 23:59 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MBVideoCast Episode Preview #2! We will be launching our VideoCast on YouTube for Season 12 of the Board Gaming with Education Podcast. This is a preview of what to expect! In this episode, we talk about two games that we previewed on our Instagram channel-- Aroma and Werewords! What do you think of these games? Leave a comment below! Check out the video format of this episode: https://youtu.be/JOwD5zo6ynY Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube C...
Episode 130 - Low-Prep Game-Based Solutions for Your Classroom feat. Shaun McMillan
March 09, 2021 00:38 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Shaun McMillan to talk about integrating low-prep game-based learning solutions for your classroom. Join Dustin, Shaun, and Rich on this discussion of board games for learning. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Board Gaming with Education Newsletter - 00:00 Welcome Rich Back to the Show - 2:34 Who is Shaun McMillan? - 2:37 What is a Mega-Game? - 3:28 Defini...
Episode 129 - Tips for Using Modern Board Games in the Classroom
March 02, 2021 00:38 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this week’s VideoCast Episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin gives tips for integrating modern board games into your classroom to create an engaging, rewarding, and fun learning experience. Check out the video form of this episode here: https://youtu.be/zrOSUV2lN3c Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: VideoCast and YouTube Channel - 00:38 Framing the Topic - 1:36 Tip #1 - Modifying the Game - 2:56 Tip #2 - Scaffolding the Game - 4:39 Tip #3 - Extra...
Episode 128 - What We Can Learn About Life from Games with "GameTek" feat. Geoff Engelstein
February 22, 2021 20:30 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Geoff Engelstein to talk about the interrelation between games and other aspects of our world. Join Dustin, Geoff, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: GBL Conference - 00:00 Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 2:34 Who is Geoff Engelstein? - 6:39 Geoff's Definition of a "game" - 8:52 The Magic Circle...
Episode 127 - Teaching English with Board Games feat. Zdenek Lukas
February 15, 2021 22:46 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Zdenek Lukas to talk about using board games to teach English. Join Dustin, Zdenek, and Rodger on this discussion of board games for learning. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: EduGamer Membership - 0:00 Welcome Rodger Back to the Show - 2:06 Who is Zdenek Lukas - 3:23 Defining "Board Gamges/Tabletop Games" - 3:37 Example of a Board Game to Teach English...
Episode 126 - Gamified Presentations with Viewhooo feat. Odon Sultz
February 12, 2021 18:47 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by Odon Sults to talk about ViewHooo and what gamified presentations can do for engagement. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Instagram - 0:00 What is ViewHooo - 3:19 Emergent Experiences - 12:52 User Experience with ViewHooo - 17:38 Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down, Rapid Fire Lightning Round - 18:47 Games from this Episode [Links include games in our Board Gaming with Education Store or Amazon ...
Episode 125 - Diversity and Inclusion in Games feat. Erik Agudelo
February 09, 2021 00:37 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Erik Agudelo to talk about diversity and inclusion in games and game design. Join Dustin, Erik, and Dave on this important discussion related to diversity and inclusion in games. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Introduction: Shelf Stories - 0:00 Welcome Dave Back to the Show and Game-Based Learning Virtual Conference - 1:57 Defining "Diversity and Inclusion" - 5:35 Exampl...
Episode 124 - Attending a Virtual Board Game Convention with TantrumCon - 124
February 05, 2021 19:30 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBDustin is joined by Rodger and Tantrum House to talk about their virtual convention TantrumCon. Listen in to hear why attending a virtual board game convention can help with integrating games remotely in your classroom and with family. Check out our board game store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com TantrumCon Website: https://www.tantrumhouse.com/tantrumcon.html/ TantrumCon Schedule: https://www.tantrumhouse.com/schedule.html Join the Chat in Our Facebook Group: https://www.fa...
Episode 123 - Reinforcing Content vs. Teaching New Content with Board Games feat. Karl Rahenkamp
February 01, 2021 19:33 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Karl Rahenkamp to talk about using board games to reinforce content and using board games to teach new content. Join Dustin, Rich, and Karl on this discussion of looking at best practices and some drawbacks for both. Episode Topics Board Gaming with Education Updates and TantrumCon- 0:00 Welcome Rich back to the Show - 2:26 Who is Karl Rahenkamp? - 5:08 Defining the Use of Games to...
Episode 122 - Season 11 Preview
January 25, 2021 19:25 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBDustin chats about what to expect in Season 11 of the podcast and a special announcement related to new content from Board Gaming with Education. Check out our board game store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode. https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/podcast-season-11/
Episode 121 - Board Gaming with Education Looks Back at 2020 and Ahead at 2021
January 18, 2021 21:38 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBJoin Dustin and Rodger as they discuss plans for 2021 with Board Gaming with Education and take a look back at 2020. We look forward to a new year with our Board Gaming with Education community! Check out our board game store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the episode topics and games mentioned in the episode. https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/board-gaming-with-education-2020-2021
Episode 120 - Top Games that Taught Us Something in 2020
January 11, 2021 20:33 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBThis podcast episode mixed the medium of our blog posts and podcast episodes. In the episode, and the following blog post, Dustin and Rodger chat about games that taught them something in 2020! Join in on the conversation by commenting on our social media channels or directly on the blog post! Episode Topics Introduction to the Topic - 0:00 Brief Chat about Social Media Content Creation and New Game Plays - 1:12 Game #1 - 5:43 Game #2 - 8:27 Game #3 - 13:01 Game #4 - 19:13 Game...
Episode 119 - Tips for Encouraging Your Fellow Teachers to Use Board Games in Class
January 04, 2021 21:00 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MBJoin Dustin for a solo episode discussing ways you can encourage your colleagues and fellow teachers to use board games. Dustin shares four tips on what you can do! Episode Topics Introduction to the Topic - 0:20 Tip #1 - Lead by Example - 1:46 Tip #2 - Host a Professional Development - 3:52 Tip #3 - Help your Fellow Colleagues Plan a Lesson - 7:06 Tip #4 - Play Some Games Outside the Classroom - 9:05 Check out our board game store: https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com Alw...
Episode 118 - Using Board Games to Develop Soft Skills feat. Kim Tolson
December 22, 2020 01:03 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Kim Tolson to talk about using board games to develop soft skills. Kim gives some insights into ways you can use board games to develop soft skills and shares some examples of lessons she has developed for her classes. After Dustin and Kim’s discussion, Dustin and Dave continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Kim mentions in the episode. Episode Topics Board Gaming...
Episode 117 - Solo Holiday (kind of) Special Episode - 117
December 14, 2020 20:01 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin chats with you about some updates with Board Gaming with Education and shares some amazing board game websites and resources that he has come across this year. The list also includes a lot of suggestions for how you can get the most out of your virtual holidays. Episode Topics Updates from Board Gaming with Education - 0:20 Top 5 Board Game Websites (or adjacent resources) of 2020 - 6:20 Check out our board game store: ht...
Episode 116 - What Game Designers and Educators can Learn from Each Other feat. Eric Slauson
December 07, 2020 21:15 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin is joined by co-host Rodger Moore and guest Eric Slauson to talk about game design and teaching. Eric shares his experience as both an educator and a game designer and what he has learned from filling both roles. He talks about his design experience and how that has leaked over into his role as an educator. After Dustin and Eric's discussion, Dustin and Rodger continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Eric me...
Episode 115 - Using Games to Inspire Environmental Action feat. Clayton Whittle
November 30, 2020 21:34 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Clayton Whittle to talk about using games to inspire environmental action. Clayton discusses the journey one takes to become better environmental stewards. He also shares some example games and talks about how game-based learning can help on this journey. After Dustin and Clayton's discussion, Dustin and Rich continue the conversation by looking back on some of the things Clayton mentions in...
Episode 114 - Tips and Tricks for Teaching Board Games feat. Jake Michels from Good Time Society
November 23, 2020 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Grace Withmory and guest Jake Michels to talk about best practices for teaching board games. Jake shares some amazing insights into teaching board games! Both Jake and Dustin discuss the implications of teaching games in a learning environment and also talk about some things you should keep in mind when you teach your students or other players a new board game. With Jake's expertise, Dustin and Grace continue t...
Episode 113 - Bipolar the Card Game feat. Mike De Greef
November 20, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by Mike De Greef to talk about his game Bipolar the Card Game. In the episode, Dustin and Mike chat about the process of designing a game based on a sensitive topic. Mike lays out a strong blueprint for this design approach that is worth listening to! He also talks about the importance of raising awareness about mental health. Episode Topics BGE Updates - 0:21 Who is Mike De Greef? 00:53 Learning through Games: Ma...
Episode 112 - Developing a Game-Based Curriculum feat. Hafiz Printer
November 16, 2020 10:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBIn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by co-host Rich Hill and guest Hafiz Printer to talk about developing a game-based curriculum. Hafiz Printer shares his experience, insights, and tips for developing a game-based curriculum such as practical examples and decisions he's made for developing his game-based curriculum. With Hafiz's expertise Dustin, Rich, and Hafiz explore game-based teaching and look at the many considerations when designing a game-based cur...
Episode 111 - The World Game feat. Damir Islamovic
November 13, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin is joined by Damir Islamovic to talk about his game The World Game. In the episode, Dustin and Damir chat about the process of designing a geography board game. Damir shares his expertise in his design process and speaks to how he incorporated strategy and luck to make an engaging game experience. Episode Topics BGE Updates - 0:21 Who is Damir Islamovic? 00:56 Learning through Games: Architecture, Monopoly - 3:39 Generatio...
Episode 110 - Abstract Games and Theme-Based Board Games for Learning feat. Brian MacDonald
November 09, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 72.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin introduces a new episode format. The show takes a more topical approach with each episode released on Mondays. Dustin is joined by co-host Dave Eng and guest Brian MacDonald to talk about abstract games versus theme-based board games for learning. Brian MacDonald is a psychologist who has supported children with learning difficulties for twenty years, in schools, treatment centers, and private practice. Recognizing the importance o...
Episode 109 - Buy the Vote! feat. Dave and Just from Coozie Games
November 06, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin Dave and Justin from Coozie Games. They chat about the game "Buy the Vote!" -- a bidding game based on the electoral college. Dave and Just share a bit about their experience designing the game and how they incorporated a real-world idea into a game that is fun, fast, and educational. Episode Topics Who are Dave and Justin and What is a Coozie? 00:56 Learning through Gaming: the Electoral College - 2:37 Getting into Game Des...
Episode 109 - Buy the Vote! feat. Dave and Justin from Coozie Games
November 06, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin Dave and Justin from Coozie Games. They chat about the game "Buy the Vote!" -- a bidding game based on the electoral college. Dave and Just share a bit about their experience designing the game and how they incorporated a real-world idea into a game that is fun, fast, and educational. Episode Topics Who are Dave and Justin and What is a Coozie? 00:56 Learning through Gaming: the Electoral College - 2:37 Getting into Game Des...
Episode 108 - Season 10 Preview with Rodger Moore
November 02, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin and Rodger Moore chat about Season 10 of the Board Gaming with Education Podcast. They also share some ideas for using board games for learning and how they have managed to develop resources for various board games currently available at Board Gaming with Education . COM. Be sure to listen to hear about updates to previous Board Gaming with Education projects, resources they have developed for board games for learning, and the new ...
Episode 107 - Board Games for Learning Programs feat. Matthew Pinchuck
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Matt Pinchuk. Matt is the owner of All Aboard Games, a Montreal-based company that provides schools and educators with games-based learning programs. The two dive deep into how the player agency that is present in modern board games aids in their educational value and how Matt pitches the distinction to educators that might be used to more traditional games. We learn about All Aboard Games and get Matt’s views on games-b...
Episode 106 - Game-based Learning with Mathemagician's Duel feat. Scott Kelly
August 10, 2020 15:02 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBOn this week’s episode of Board Gaming with Education Dustin interviews Scott Kelly, an educator, and creator of the educational game Mathemagician’s Duel. He is also co-founder of the games company, BSGames. We learn fun facts about Scott’s history with gaming, his time working at Games Workshop, and how gaming came back into his life as a career after years of working as an educator. The two discuss topics such as keeping young students engaged in the classroom and the various challenges t...
Episode 105 - Learning through Game Design with Blinks Game System feat. Jon Bobrow
August 03, 2020 16:40 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBOn today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin has the pleasure of interviewing Jon Bobrow, founder of the game company Move38 and designer of the smart tabletop gaming system, Blinks. The two discuss Jon’s background in designing military simulations and large interactive museum exhibits as well as the steps that led him to the development of Blinks. We get a quick rundown of Blinks and learn about the development opportunities it offers its community of game designers and teache...
Episode 104 - Design Thinking, Growing Design Thinkers, and Design Thinking in the Classroom feat. Nick Metzler
July 27, 2020 15:58 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBOn today’s episode of Board Gaming with Education, Dustin sits down with Nick Metzler, a game designer at Spin Master and past winner of Chicago’s Toy and Game Week’s Young Inventor Challenge. The two discuss contextual learning and strategies for gamifying a classroom to effectively motivate young learners. We learn about Nick’s journey as a contestant in the Young Inventor’s Challenge and how it opened up his career and pushed him into the professional sphere of the game and toy industry. ...
Episode 103 - Socially Distance Road Trip Episode!
July 21, 2020 02:34 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBDustin and Grace give some updates on Board Gaming with Education! Board Gaming with Education launched a course Game-Based Lesson Development Course! Grace took over the Instagram Account! They also talk about some games they have been playing recently! How can you support us? There are many free and paid ways to support the show. Be sure to check out our support page! Support our podcast! Always be sure to check out our show notes (website blog post) to read a recap of the e...