Rebroadcast Episode In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries episode 15 Giles and Don discuss discuss the gamification of the classroom, and our experiences with this topic. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Em...
Feb 14, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries 119 Kathleen talks to Bob De Schutter, the C. Michael Armstrong Professor at the Armstrong Institute for Interactive Media Studies at Miami University in Ohio. Dr. De Schutter talks about his research in games for and about older adults, creating ga ming experiences around memories of older adults, (highlighting his current project, Brukel, based on his Belgian grandmother's reminiscences about World War II), and why older adults need to be gamers. Professor Bob...
Feb 07, 2019
In Games in Schools and Libraries 118 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about the upcoming ShushCon story game workshop, and their experiences at SCARAB 2019. ShushCon http://shushcon.com ShushCon Trade Day - March 22, 2019 Terrain Making Workshop - Feb 3, 2019 Lock Paper Scissors Reviews https://lockpaperscissors.co Lost Mummy Escape Room Z SCARAB http://www.s-c-a-r-a-b.com/ Hitting conventions to advertise your own gaming events and activities. RPGs we experienced Dread - the game with Jenga i...
Jan 31, 2019
Kathleen talks with Jeremy Caddel and David Thomcyzk about using simulations in their collegiate classes (political science and entrepreneurship, respectively), as well as Kathleen's experiences running a large-scale simulation at the NASAGA convention, and lessons learned. http://nasaga.org/ Jeremy Caddel jcaddel@wustl.edu https://pages.wustl.edu/caddel @jeremycaddel David Tomcyzk datomczyk@quinnipiac.edu https://www.qu.edu/student-resources/directory/staff.56685.html Games in Schools and Libra...
Jan 26, 2019
Rebroadcast Episode In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries episode 13 Giles and Don discuss discuss using games in a school or library with a reason or purpose in mind. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email...
Jan 10, 2019
Gaslands in Action In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 116 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about what’s been going on in the library lately. First the pair discuss the Gaslands, a miniatures game that uses Hot Wheels scale vehicles, from Osprey Games. They touch on how it plays as well as customizing cars, making terrain, and how they are using it at the library. Forge Three Keys to win! Next they talk about Keyforge, a unique deck game by Richard Garfield. After talking about why it is ...
Dec 16, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 115, Converting Games Into Instructional Tools, gamification expert Jon Cassie speaks with Kathleen about gamification of instruction as well as reward systems, and how to help non-gaming colleagues to gamify their instruction. Jon Cassie BGG: joncassie Twitter: @joncassie Web sites: www.joncassie.com www.gamelevellearn.com Podcast: Game Level Learn Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Li...
Nov 07, 2018
The Mind In Games in Schools and Libraries #114 Donald and Chris review games that have hit the table at the Waccmaw Neck Branch Library in Pawleys Island. Ghost Stories Games Reviewed Ghost Stories Tower of Madness The Game - The Game on Fire Dude - More Dude Nut so Fast Warsaw City in Ruins Thanos Rising The Tower of Madness Thanos Rising Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild...
Nov 02, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 113 Kathleen speaks with Dave Eng, an educator and consultant, about gamification mindsets, or approaches to designing instruction to generate specific outcomes using gaming elements. Dave Eng BGG: https://boardgamegeek.com/user/notdaveng Twitter: https://twitter.com/davengdesign Web site URL: http://www.davengdesign.com/ Podcast/blog/etc: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davengdesign Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Geni...
Oct 26, 2018
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries episode 14 Giles and Don discuss game events they have run, and some of the things to consider when running events in schools or libraries. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game ...
Oct 17, 2018
In episode 112 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about the new recurring Saturday RPG program they are starting at the library in Pawleys Island. http://www.lamemage.com/microscope/ http://www.dungeon-world.com/ https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/137012/Funnel-World Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email us: schoolsand...
Oct 10, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 111 Kathleen speaks with Sarah Bonilla about her work incorporating games and game design to teach reading and writing skills as part of her 6th grade English classes. Sarah Bonilla 6th Grade Literacy & Science Teacher at South Park Middle School (Oshkosh, WI) Twitter: @adventgeekgirl Instagram: adventgeekgirl BoardGameGeek: adventgeekgirl e-mail: skrockerbonilla@gmail.com website: adventgeekgirl.blogspot.com Sarah hosts a seminar on Tabletop Games a...
Oct 05, 2018
Chris Bell or the command center from Kerbal Space Program? You may never know. In Games in Schools and Libraries 110 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about the new Moonrise: Phases of Innovation grant and how that space technology oriented grant will be facilitated through gaming activities. Games Mentioned Fiasco Starfinder Kerbal Space Program //Code Rover Terraforming Mars Oculus Rift Star Trek Bridge Crew Space Engineers Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Invers...
Sep 26, 2018
In episode 109 of Games in Schools and Libraries Stone Librande Stone Librande, video game designer (EA SimCity, Riot Games) joins Kathleen Mercury to share his insights from teaching tabletop game design to video game designers and lessons learned from designing for his kids. Stone Librande @StoneLibrande stonetronix.com Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Ge...
Sep 19, 2018
In episode 108 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald Dennis and Stephanie Frey talk about trivia games, and what games have replaced Trivia Pursuit. Timelines / Cardlines Wits & Wagers / Say Anything / Happy Birthday Bezzerwizzer Terra / Fauna Apples to Apples Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com The ideas expre...
Sep 12, 2018
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 12, Giles and Don talk about spatial games. Games all about shapes, space and thinking spatially. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email us: schoolsandlibrarie...
Sep 05, 2018
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 11, Giles Pritchard and Donald Dennis talk about talk about games that are great for social interaction! This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Email us: schoolsandl...
Aug 10, 2018
Glowforge scan and cut samples In Games in Schools and Libraries 107 Donald and Stephanie talk about the new Glowforge that has arrived at the Waccamaw Neck Branch Library, and about running long campaigns for your patrons. Glowforge https://glowforge.com/ https://glowforge.us/PPBKNFNY https://www.thingiverse.com/ Curse of Strahd Strahd product overview Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Li...
Aug 03, 2018
In episode 106 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald Dennis and Stephanie Frey talk about bringing The Cloud Dungeon and My Little Pony: Tails of Equestria into the library. Pics: https://photos.app.goo.gl/4LPBvJ3i91vW4HyB8 The Cloud Dungeon The Cloud Dungeon The Cloud Dungeon http://www.andhegames.com/theclouddungeon ExSpelled DIY Adventure Game http://www.lulu.com/shop/andrew-miller/exspelled-diy-adventure-game/paperback/product-23314616.html My Little Pony – Tales of Equestria My Little Po...
Jul 27, 2018
In episode 105 of Games in Schools and Libraries Lucas Gillispe joins Kathleen Mercury to discuss professional development & administrator support for games in school programs Lucas Gillispie Surry County Schools Director of Academic and Digital Learning @lucasgillispie edurealms.com Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.k...
Jul 20, 2018
Matthew Bivens, an art teacher in California, joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about Game Design as part of an Arts Cirriculum. Matthew T. Bivens https://www.facebook.com/matthew.t.bivens https://twitter.com/BivensArtClass Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/ Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com The idea...
Jul 13, 2018
How do you manage a group of kids in a games program if you're not a teacher? In Games in Schools and Libraries. episode 103, Kevin Crowther and Kathleen Mercury help Adrienne Ezell prepare for leading a games program at her local library. Kevin Crowther http://thecardboardjungle.libsyn.com/ www.hexagram63gamesstudio.com On twitter @cbj_kevin Email damja28@gamil.com and kevin@hexagram63gamesstudio.com Adrienne Ezell Art Director and Graphic Designer for hobby games. Designer of Shogunate from In...
Jun 12, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries #102 Nate Scheidler of Gigamic World joins Donald Dennis to talk about how and why Gigamic is reaching out to schools and libraries in a very direct and personal way. If you like games check the routes listed below to see if he will be near your school or library with a large selection of Giant Gigamic Games. Nate Scheidler US Marketing Manager Marketing-usa@gigamic.com (773) 992 6921 Web: http://en.gigamic.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gigamic.world/ T...
Jun 01, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries 101 JS Bragg and Bethany MacMillan join Kathleen Mercury talk about how they teach a course on leadership at Miami University of Ohio using board games. Bethany MacMillan Coordinator of Student Activities, Miami University Middletown Campus Facebook: GamingGirl.Bethany (message me also to tell me who you are, please) Email: JS Bragg Assistant Director, Student Activities & The Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life, Miami University Twitter...
May 26, 2018
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 10, Giles Pritchard and Donald Dennis talk about story telling games. What games are great for story telling, and how can they find a place in the classroom or at the library. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System . Games ...
May 19, 2018
In this rebroadcast of Games in Schools and Libraries Episode 9: Games and Books, Giles Pritchard and Donald Dennis talk about books and games. Books that are about games, like Orson Scott Cards Enders Game, and games that tie into popular book franchises, like The Lord of the Rings and others. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in a...
May 11, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries #100 Ian Zang Joins Kathleen Mercury to discuss the difference between STEM learning vs. STEM jobs and how that relates to 21st century education. Ian Zang @Ianzangdesign Breaking into Board Games @breakingintobg Ian's Games Constellations Curio: The Lost Temple Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https...
May 04, 2018
Saturday at ShushCon 2018 In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 99 Donald Dennis and Stephanie Frey discuss the long weekend of ShushCon 2018, including the associated Librarian Training Day they hosted. Librarian Computational Thinking Activity Training What is computational thinking? Behold the glory of the Code-A-Pillar Games & Activities Discussed Think & Learn Code-A-Pillar Let's Go Code! Activity Set Future Coders: Robot Races Future Coders: Bunny Trails Code & Go Robot Mou...
Apr 27, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries 98, Patrick Rael joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about using games to teach history. prael@bowdion.edu http://www.bowdoin.edu/faculty/prael/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System . Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/ Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com The ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcas...
Apr 20, 2018
In Games in Schools and Libraries 97 Stephanie Frey joins Donald Dennis to talk about her ALA Midwinter 2018 experiences. RTC Cohort http://www.ala.org/tools/readytocode Midwinter Highlights NC WIT - National Center for Women & Informational Technology https://www.ncwit.org HOMAGO - Guidebook CS/CT +x Google Applied Digital Skills https://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com Getting good stats Talk Back Boards https://www.pinterest.com/EHeumannGurian/audience-responses-talk-back-board-comment...
Apr 13, 2018
