Level Up with Games in the Classroom 5546.L26.4638
Prefix/Number ED 565
3 Credits
UAA PACE, 500-Level Upper Division Course
Graded
COURSE OVERVIEW
Ready to transform your classroom into a hub of excitement and learning? This course is your ultimate guide to harnessing the power of games and gamification for unparalleled student engagement. Uncover the secrets of game-based learning, explore innovative strategies, and leverage AI to create captivating educational experiences. Design a practical resource for implementing positive behavior supports during gameplay. Master the art of selecting the perfect game for every lesson. Get ready to ignite curiosity, spark collaboration, and "level up" learning for all your students!
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Understand the difference between Game-Based Learning (GBL) and gamification:
- Identify various factors that contribute to student engagement and disengagement.
- Implement games for learning that are accessible, culturally responsive, and promote active student participation.
- Learn how to effectively leverage AI tools and resources to create interactive and adaptive learning games that cater to diverse student needs and interests.
- Reflect on professional growth and articulate how learning from this course focused on using games in the classroom will impact students and the broader educational community.
Course Syllabus This is a preview syllabus only. The official syllabus will be provided to you with your login information.
- Methods of Instruction - Videos, readings and written responses. No quizzes, midterms or finals. All readings are within the online environment.
- Course Grading Rubric
Grade Levels: K-12
IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION
This Teaching Channel course is fully self-paced—you may register and begin at any time.
Current Session
- Registration Deadline: October 15, 2026
- Coursework Due: November 15, 2026 (you may finish earlier)
- Grades Released: September 2, 2026
Please allow up to two weeks from this date—or from your completion date thereafter—for your grade to be processed and delivered to ASDN.
Next Session
- Registration opens October 16, 2026, with coursework due April 15, 2027, and grades released beginning January 2, 2027.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel within one week of registration. A $125 cancellation fee will apply.
Extensions or transfers are not permitted.
TUITION
PROVIDER DETAILS
Contact the Teaching Channel directly for questions specific to coursework. Email: instructor@teachingchannel.com or call at 1-877-394-4930. Contact ASDN for registration or transcript questions.