Gaming can be used as a resource in schools and libraries to encourage critical thinking, knowledge gain, and sharing knowledge ethically. The document discusses how gaming programs at libraries can expose participants to new activities, encourage exploration of classic books, and teach game design skills. Examples mentioned include using Kodu for game creation, Scratch for programming games, and geocaching events based on books.

1. Kelly Czarnecki [email_address] ISTE SIGMS Gaming Webinar April 22, 2010 Gaming as Resources in Schools and Libraries

2. Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge

3. -draw conclusions -make informed decisions -apply knowledge to new situations -create new knowledge -Microsoft’s Kodu

4. share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society

5. pursue personal and aesthetic growth “ I haven’t read to Kill a Mockingbird since High School. I had no idea the library did things like this. It was so much fun! I didn’t even know there was a library this close to my house. Thanks for doing this! -comment from a participant at a geocaching event based on To Kill a Mockingbird

6. Game design with Scratch http://scratch.mit.edu

7. Making Machinima

8. “ old-school” gaming 8bit art

10. Super-size games

11. A Few Resources http://librarygamingtoolkit.org/