About Game Based Learning - Brightspace
<main> <article class="userContent"> <p>Game Based Learning (GBL) is the use of games to enhance the learning experience.</p> <p>Incorporating game based mechanics, visual design, and thinking into a course can help organizations improve learner motivation and engagement. Learners who are engaged are more inspired to succeed.</p> <p>A highly interactive gaming experience is something that many learners are already comfortable with. They can proceed at their own pace and get immediate feedback about their progress.</p> <p>In a game based environment, learners work towards a set goal. A risk-free setting encourages experimentation by letting them choose their own actions. They can even repeat a step if they need to.</p> <p>Instructors can determine the scope and depth of the gaming experience, implementing game based learning that fits unique needs and objectives.</p> <p>In the spirit of gaming, learners can personalize their learning experience by creating their own unique character (an avatar) using the <b>Create Avatar</b> process. The avatar is visible when learners access the Game Map.</p> <h2 data-id="enable-game-based-learning">Enable Game Based Learning</h2> <ol><li value="1">From the <b>Admin Tools</b> menu, select <b>Organization Tools</b>.</li> <li value="2">Toggle on <b>Game Based Learning</b>.</li> </ol><h2 data-id="add-game-based-learning-link-to-a-navbar">Add Game Based Learning link to a Navbar</h2> <ol><li value="1">Open the <b>Admin Tools</b> menu and select <b>Navigation & Themes</b>.</li> <li value="2">Click the name of the navbar you want to update.</li> <li value="3">On the <b>Edit Navbar</b> page, click <b>Add Links</b>.</li> <li value="4">Locate the <b>Game Based Learning</b> link, select the corresponding check box, and click <b>Add</b>.</li> <li value="5">Click <b>Save and Close</b>.</li> </ol><p><b>Note:</b> If Game Based Learning is enabled for your course/organization, a link to Game Based Learning is available on your course's Course Admin page.</p> </article> </main>