One of the best games

One of the best learning games I’ve played is the ADA game – this simulation game entices a player to return, day after day. Game play simulates an abstract concept - how advocacy can promote positive change. In the game, each player is an advocate for disability rights. You answer knowledge-based questions while at the same time you join with other players in one of ten virtual communities. The micro-goal is to build a more accessible community and the macro-goal is to improve awareness and compliance with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

During the ADA game, players work with others in their virtual community to earn points, plan strategies, and take actions to improve accessibility of the virtual city. The collaborative component of the game adds an essential ingredient for fun –competition with other groups of players. Also, there’s a message board to strategize and share ADA-related issues.

Another must visit website for training games, simulations, and activities is The Thiagi Group. These simple games are elegant in design and keep participants interacting with both each other and with the content. For examples of some low-cost, high-interaction ideas, check out Thiagi’s e-mail games.