Game-Based Learning

Central Idea Escape Room

Tools: Google Slides, Google Forms

Time: 10 hours

Client: Fulton County Schools

Collaborators: None

Link: Answer Input Form

Link: Answer Key

Challenge

Learners needed to review the basic concepts of central idea before an assessment. Engagement and motivation to succeed had been low among the learners.

Solution

Create a review game to increase engagement in class and motivation to study and consequently succeed. Escape rooms motivate learners by encouraging problem-solving and teamwork, providing the perfect solution for this population's challenge. Learners get in groups and solve the clues provided in the Google Slideshow, then input their answers in the Google Form.

Result

Achieved 100% class participation during 5 class sessions throughout the day. Learners achieved 70% mastery of central idea standards on the next assessment.