LevelUp! Introduction to gamification for education and main elements. Module 1 / Unit 1

1. MODULE 1
Introduction to gamification for
education and main elements

2. UNIT 1
The transformations of the educational context
How can I make
sure that my
students receive an
education relevant
to the global
situation?
Can I use non-formal
methods to teach the
key skills that are
needed today?

3. Four main factors of transformation
1: lifelong
learning
2: mismatch 3: complexity 4: skills and
knowledge

4. Let’s watch a video
This video from Ken Robinson,
renowned educator and
advocate for creativity in
school tells about the need to
change the education system
of the 21° century
Click the button to watch the video

5. Why using non-formal education

6. Participatory, creative non-formal learning methods have proven to
empower individuals to activate themselves and create a change.
The citizenship’s concept means a wider understanding of formal,
informal, political, cultural, and interpersonal relationships.
Such a concept demands active citizenship, participation and
capability to become agents of change.
Non-formal education’s purposes are in accordance with
empowerment of individuals by using participatory methods.
These proactive attitudes should be part of the educational
process of all young citizens and a shared responsibility of formal
education system, families and communities at large.

7. Lay back and watch a
video
1.2.3 Learn about Non-Formal
Education:
Kai Klandorf from social training
company "SpeakSmart talks about
formal, nonformal and informal
learning. She has a passionate opinion
about non-formal learning.
This video was selected for the Massive
Open Online Course (MOOC) about
Erasmus+ Funding Opportunities for
Youth.
Click the button to watch the video

8. Check what you have learned!
You have completed Unit 1: now check your knowledge!