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Game Jam

SOT63201Elective Modules Interdisciplinary Fundamentals3 ECTSEnglishUnregelmäßigStudiengangsbündel WTG
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What it is about

You develop in interdisciplinary teams a game concept that discusses ethical and societal aspects of science and technology playfully. In the end you will be able to translate complex interrelationships into mechanics, narratives and game activities and present your work clearly.

What you will be able to do

  • identify social dimensions of science and technology
  • transfer complex relationships into game mechanics and narratives
  • work in a goal-oriented manner in multidisciplinary teams
  • promote exchange and communication between different roles and competences
  • present work results concisely
  • provide and receive professional feedback

What the module consists of

  • Input/Introductionconveying social science perspectives on selected STEM topics and an introduction to game design elements
  • Mentoring/Supervisionsupport from experts as well as mentors during concept development
  • Group project workdevelopment of a playable concept, no programming required
  • Presentationpresentation and discussion of the final concept in the course

Teaching method

  • Lectures and expert inputsprovide theoretical foundations and stimuli on STEM topics and game design
  • Group project workenables practical experimentation and teamwork to develop a game concept
  • Mentoringsupports implementation and links fachliche with creative perspectives
  • Course discussions and feedback roundsserve reflection and improvement of the concepts

Dates

WorkshopA Different Kind of Game Jam! Reflecting Science, Technology and Society through Game Design4 groups to choose from

  • ATue10:00–16:005.8122.014, Seminarraum (8122.05.014)once on 12.01.
  • BThu10:00–16:005.8122.014, Seminarraum (8122.05.014)once on 14.01.
  • CWed10:00–16:005.8122.014, Seminarraum (8122.05.014)once on 13.01.
  • DMon10:00–16:005.8122.014, Seminarraum (8122.05.014)once on 11.01.

From the current semester, not binding. You attend one of several groups; the timetable automatically suggests the one with the fewest clashes.

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