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University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 3h

Games for good? AI for education? Inclusive play? Present your work at GBLVC 2026—an all-virtual, global event for change-makers in game-based learning. Deadline: Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #EdTech #Gamification #GamesForChange

Hanabi for Learning — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 15h

Baby you’re a Firework www.universityxp.com/blog/2... @davengdesign #edgames #edtech #gamedesign #gamedevelopment #games #games4ed #gamesbasedlearning #gamification #gamificationoflearning #gbl

Hanabai is a cooperative card game designed by Antoine Bauza. Players are dealt a series of cards face down. These cards are never revealed to their holders. Instead they can only provide information to teammates around the table. Each card comes in

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 1d

The Art of Game Goals: Driving Engagement in Tabletop Play youtu.be/8kbSisLFJqA @davengdesign #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Simulations vs Games — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 1d

Simulations vs Games www.universityxp.com/blog/2...

Games and simulations are two things that seem talked about in the same circles. Sometimes they even get misinterpreted for one another. They do share some of the same characteristics; but games and simulations are different from one another.

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 1d

Pitch your session for GBLVC 2026! 🌍 Teach others how games can change minds, inspire learning & build inclusion. AI, design, therapy, social impact—bring it. Proposals due Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GBL #EdTech #Gamification #SeriousGames

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 1d

Strategy, Structure, and Skill: Lessons from Classic Game Mechanics youtu.be/QTTlCQlxlTw?si=I6W...

Simulations vs Games — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 2d

Simulations vs Games www.universityxp.com/blog/2... #gamesbasedlearning #gaming #gamedesign #gamification #gamificationoflearning #edgames #games4ed #gamedevelopment #games #gbl #play

Games and simulations are two things that seem talked about in the same circles. Sometimes they even get misinterpreted for one another. They do share some of the same characteristics; but games and simulations are different from one another.

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 2d

🎮 Games. Learning. Innovation. Present at GBLVC 2026 and share how you’re transforming education through play. Online. Global. Impactful. Proposals due Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #SeriousGames #EdTech #Gamification

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 2d

From Play to Proficiency: Leveraging Strategy Games for Learning youtu.be/cHuzsS8Az18

Applying Feedback — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 3d

Collecting, Interpreting, and Applying Feedback in Game Design www.universityxp.com/blog/2...

This article will review different areas of player feedback from play testing. It includes the steps for collecting feedback as well as how to specifically ask for actionable feedback from your playtesters. It includes the top three questions that I

Applying Feedback — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 3d

Collecting, Interpreting, and Applying Feedback in Game Design www.universityxp.com/blog/2... #gamesbasedlearning #gaming #gamedesign #gamification #gamificationoflearning #edgames #games4ed #gamedevelopment #games #gbl #play

This article will review different areas of player feedback from play testing. It includes the steps for collecting feedback as well as how to specifically ask for actionable feedback from your playtesters. It includes the top three questions that I

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 3d

From Play to Proficiency: Leveraging Strategy Games for Learning youtu.be/cHuzsS8Az18 #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

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University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

Mastering the Mind Game: Exploring Strategy in Board Games youtu.be/cHuzsS8Az18 @davengdesign #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

Games for good? AI for education? Inclusive play? Present your work at GBLVC 2026—an all-virtual, global event for change-makers in game-based learning. Deadline: Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #EdTech #Gamification #GamesForChange

Applying Feedback — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

Applying Feedback in Game Design www.universityxp.com/blog/2... @davengdesign #gamesbasedlearning #games4ed #edgames #gamificationoflearning #gamification #gbl #games #gamedesign #gamedevelopment #play #gaming

This article will review different areas of player feedback from play testing. It includes the steps for collecting feedback as well as how to specifically ask for actionable feedback from your playtesters. It includes the top three questions that I

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University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

Pitch your session for GBLVC 2026! 🌍 Teach others how games can change minds, inspire learning & build inclusion. AI, design, therapy, social impact—bring it. Proposals due Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GBL #EdTech #Gamification #SeriousGames

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University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

🎮 Games. Learning. Innovation. Present at GBLVC 2026 and share how you’re transforming education through play. Online. Global. Impactful. Proposals due Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #SeriousGames #EdTech #Gamification

Applied Games-Based Learning — University XP

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

Applied Games-Based Learning www.universityxp.com/blog/2...

This article will review the use of games-based learning as well as reiterate the main reasons why you should consider using it in your teaching and instruction practice. Games-based learning as a student centered approach will be discussed as well a

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 4d

How Game-Based Learning Helps Students Overcome Decision Overload youtu.be/pAHkKQmT9rU

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 5d

Breaking Down Analysis Paralysis in Games youtu.be/pAHkKQmT9rU #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

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University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 5d

GBLVC 2026 is calling all innovators! 🎮 Submit your proposal on games for learning, social impact, AI, and more. Connect, inspire, and lead the conversation June 5–7. Deadline: Dec 7 → gblconference.com/ #EdTech #GBL #Gamification #InclusiveDesign

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 5d

🎤 Speak at GBLVC 2026! Share how you're using games, AI, or gamification to transform learning. Reach 100+ global educators and changemakers. Proposals due Dec 7. gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #SeriousGames #Education #Gamification

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 5d

Educators, designers, researchers—got ideas at the intersection of games and learning? 🎲 Submit a session for GBLVC 2026 (June 5–7, online). Reach global audiences. Free admission for accepted presenters! gblconference.com/ #GBL #Gamification #EdTech #AIinEducation

University XP @universityxp.bsky.social · 5d

Want to present at a global conference on game-based learning? 🎮 GBLVC 2026 is now accepting proposals! Share your ideas on AI, serious games, social impact & more. Deadline: Dec 7. Submit here → gblconference.com/ #GameBasedLearning #EdTech #SeriousGames