Game-based learning strategies in the classroom

Third-party on-site course

What if learning felt like playing a game? This course unlocks the power of game-based learning and gamification. Learn how to design educational games, use points and badges to motivate students, and transform your curriculum into an exciting and engaging adventure that boosts participation and retention.

Last updated: 26.08.2025

Next upcoming session:

03.08.2026

Türkiye , Akdeniz , Antalya

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Description

Transform your classroom from a passive space to an exciting and engaging environment through the power of games. This course is a practical guide to both game-based learning (using existing games for educational purposes) and gamification (applying game design elements to your curriculum). Discover how to increase student motivation, foster problem-solving skills, and teach complex concepts in a fun, interactive way.

You will explore various low-tech and high-tech game formats, from board games to digital apps, and learn how to design your own educational quests, leaderboards, and reward systems. This is not just about playing games; it's about leveraging the psychology of play to create deeper and more memorable learning experiences.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

- Differentiate between game-based learning and gamification and understand the pedagogical benefits of each.

- Design and implement engaging educational games (both digital and non-digital) that align with curriculum goals.

- Apply gamification elements like points, badges, and leaderboards to increase student motivation and participation.

- Evaluate existing educational games for their quality and suitability for specific learning objectives.

- Foster a playful and collaborative classroom culture that enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Methodology & assessment

This course is designed as a highly interactive and playful "game lab." The methodology is centered on learning by doing: participants will play, analyze, and deconstruct a variety of educational games. It combines hands-on game design workshops with collaborative brainstorming sessions and peer feedback.

Assessment is practical and project-based. Participants will be evaluated on their active engagement and the design of a complete game-based learning activity or a gamification plan for one of their own lesson units. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

Materials, digital tools & other learning resources

Participants will receive a digital "Game Design Toolkit" with frameworks, templates, and a curated list of recommended educational games (both digital and analog). We will use online brainstorming and storyboarding tools during the workshops. After the course, attendees will be invited to a shared online library of game-based lesson plans created by course alumni.

Certification details

Upon successful completion of the course, all participants will receive a formal Certificate of Attendance from Erasmus Mobility Academy. The certificate will officially state: the participant's full name, the full course title, the course dates and location, the main topics covered, and the total number of educational hours (25 hours), corresponding to this application form. The document will be signed by the head trainer and will serve as proof of participation for the Erasmus+ Programme.

Pricing, packages and other information

Price:

400

Euro
Course package content:

The course fee includes:
• Full 5-day tuition and expert-led training.
• A comprehensive digital package with all course materials.
• Certificate of Attendance upon successful completion.
• A guided city tour as an integrated cultural activity.
• Daily coffee breaks for networking.

Please note: The fee does not cover accommodation, meals (except coffee breaks), travel costs, or personal insurance. We can provide a list of recommended local hotels.
Additional information:

Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
Cancellation & changes:

Participant Cancellations: All cancellations must be in writing.
• More than 30 days before the course: Full refund.
• 15-30 days: 50% refund.
• Less than 15 days: No refund.
Participant substitution is always welcome.

Force Majeure & Erasmus+ Flexibility: In case of a force majeure situation, we will cooperate fully. We offer to reschedule the participation to a future session free of charge, or provide all documents needed for the participant's NA to reclaim the fee.
Additional information:

The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).

Additional information

Language:

English
Target audience ISCED:

Primary education (ISCED 1)

Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)

Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
Target audience type:

Teacher

Student Teacher

Head Teacher / Principal
Learning time:

25 hours or more