"Breakout Box: SE edition" has been one of the most invigorating experiences of all. From idea generation to prototype testing among real youngsters in one week, it has been intensive but fruitful. Discussions went beyond such methods of educational practice and further into escape games and their effect on students and humans overall. "We look … Continue reading Experience | “Breakout Box: SE edition”
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Reviews of local/international projects
The second batch of educational games of “Edugame: Expansion” are ready for download at playversity.co. But, what is the story behind? Timeline Once again, the games were first tested in their original form with groups of young people from the local communities of all the partner countries (Bulgaria, Estonia, Germany, Latvia, Portugal and Slovakia). Then, partner organizations gathered … Continue reading Edugame: Expansion | Output 2
"Recently, I participated in an ESC volunteering project in the organization Permacultura Cantabria. This volunteering was focusing on gardening, project writing and cultural exchange. It was the first such experience for me and here is my side of it. From the beginning I faced a lot of personal challenges. Organizers gave us almost complete freedom. … Continue reading Katrin’s short-term volunteering project in Cantabria (Spain)
The long-term project "Gamify+" continues its course, this time with another international training course hosted in Brno (Czech Republic) from the 20th to the 25th of November 2024, where our colleagues Darina and Emilia represented Shokkin Group: "During this Gamify+ meeting in Brno we spent a lot of time writing out the rules of the … Continue reading Experience | “Gamify+” CZ
From the 27th of November until the 2nd of December 2024, our Shokkin PRO members Pavel, Olalla, Nastja and Darina attended the international seminar "Back to the Future" organized in Dresden (Germany) by VILLA Leipzig. Very intense three working days full of experience sharing, project brainstorming, and, why to hide it: unforgettable Christmas markets! Find … Continue reading Experience | “Back to the Future” seminar
Imagine slipping into the shoes of a medieval knight, a cunning spy, or a powerful but corrupt politician… and then bringing that character to life. This is the world of Live Action Role-Playing (LARP), where fantasy meets reality in the most immersive ways imaginable. We recently had the opportunity to dive into this unique and … Continue reading Experience | “Edularp Alembic”
"Bright Colors 2.0" was a youth exchange project designed by a group of young people and mentors from Shokkin Group and partners from La Vibria (Spain) and NATG Amater (Republic of North Macedonia). The youth exchange was created to promote self-expression and self-exploration through art and through sharing art. During the period of 5-14 August, … Continue reading Experience | “Bright Colors 2.0”
From the 9th to the 13th of October 2024 we organized in Leipzig (Germany) the second residential activity of the long-term project “Edugame: Expansion” involving youth workers and educators. Here are the personal reviews of Krystyna and Ihor, the participants representing Shokkin Group: "I never thought I'd say this, but gaming has completely changed how I think … Continue reading Experience | “Edugame: Expansion”
The long-term project "Gamify+" continues its course, this time with another international training course hosted in Brno (Czech Republic) from the 17th to the 24th of August 2024. During this meeting, participants focused on the digital aspect of educational games - music, game books, visuals, storytelling and how to use different video game mechanics. They … Continue reading Experience | “Gamify+” CZ
After months of testing, adjusting and translating, the first four educational games of "Edugame: Expansion" are ready for download at playversity.co. But, what is the story behind? Timeline The games were first tested in their original form with groups of young people from the local communities of all the partner countries (Bulgaria, Estonia, Germany, Latvia, … Continue reading Edugame: Expansion | Output 1