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From Chalkboards to Game Boards: Gamification in African Schools | EdTech Mondays

Publisher:
Mastercard Foundation
Publication Date:
1 June 2024
Tags:
Africa, Children and Youth, Education, ICT and Telecom

Gamification can turn the traditional classroom into a dynamic and immersive learning environment where students are not only more engaged but also empowered to take ownership of their learning journey. By leveraging the principles of game design such as leaderboards, badges, points, and rewards, educators can create memorable and impactful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and promote academic success. This episode of EdTech Mondays explores the use of gamification in Africa's education systems.

Our panelists from across the continent share the strategies being used to implement gamified content aligned with existing curriculums and ensure that gamified learning platforms are affordable and widely accessible.

Panelists: 1. Titi Adewusin, Co-Founder and CEO, 9ija Kids (Nigeria)

2. Tracey Shuindu, Co-Founder and CEO, FunKE Science (Kenya)

3. Kagisho Masae, Co-Founder and COO, Matric Live (South Africa)

4. Rosemary Onyancha, AU Teacher of the Year (2023/2024) Moi Forces Academy (Kenya)

Moderator: Joy Doreen Biira

Learn more about the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning: https://mastercardfdn.org/all/centre-...

 

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