Games In Schools And Libraries - Inverse Genius

Scout Blum, historian, game designer, and publisher, joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about her evolution with games and design in her classes and community with the goal to make the world better. Scout Blum Elizabeth “Scout” BlumEnvironmental historian studying activism; game designer and author of Love Canal Revisited.Professor at Troy UniversityMockingbird Games@ScoutBlumFace to Face  Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 148 Kathleen Mercury talks with Juan David Garcia about using games to engage students in higher education. Juan David GarcíaNational University of ColumnbiaAssistant Professor Faculty of Medicinehttps://twitter.com/garciaart3 http://cimalab.intec.co/jdg/ Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

In Games in Schools and Libraries 26 (Originally broadcast on July,22, 2013) Giles and Donald round out their series on dexterity games with a look at the weird and wonderful games that fit this genre, as well as a range of digital games as well. Games MentionedLoopin Louie, Rattle Snake, Polarity, Dart Wars, Micro Mutants, Hamsterrolle, Battlegrounds Crossbows and Catapults, Angry Birds, Knock your Blocks Off, Dancing Eggs, Pogs, The Black Pirate, Siege Craft, Fruit Ninja, Temple Run, Jetpack Joyride, 2BitBob, Disc Drivin, App Shopper, Rejoin, Tiny Wings and Space Team. Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System.&

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 147 Doug Shaw joins Kathleen Mercury to talk about applied improvisation, his book Social Nonsense. They also touch on the improv concepts of listening, reacting, and making the bolder choice. Doug ShawDoug is an award-winning mathematics professon. His research is in tertiary math education, combinatorics, and graph theory.http://dougshaw.com/social-nonsense/ https://twitter.com/socialnonsense1 Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries includ

This is a rebroadcast of part 2 of the Games in Schools and Libraries 3 part series on Dexterity games originally published in 2013. In GSL episode 25 Giles and Don talk about games that involve pitching, throwing, and flicking. Games discussed in this episode: Horse ShoesCorn HoleToss a CrossDisc Golf Klop or Mollky Kubb Boules or Bocche Darts Air Hockey Foosball Carrom Crokinole Sorry Sliders Flicochet Pitchcar Bisikle or Roadzters Catacombs Dungeon Fighter Hula Hippos Tumblin Dice Knights of Crylail Ascending Empires Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

This is part 1 of the Games in Schools and Libraries 3 part series on Dexterity games originally published in 2013. In episode 24 we focus on stacking games, what are they, how to organize them and what are they good for. Games discussed in this episode: Ingress Tier Auf TierToc Toc WoodmanGulo GuloJengaPick up SticksOperationBlockheadVilla PalettiMake N BreakZitternix Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

Map from Stephanie’s FATE game on Roll 20 In Games in Schools and Libraries 146, Stephanie Frey returns to talk with Donald about running a virtual convention using tools like Discord, Tabletop Simulator, Google Docs, and Roll20. Stephanie FreyArtist, Streamer, Escape Room Designerhttps://www.nephalope.com/ Twitter@nephalopeTwitchhttps://www.twitch.tv/thenephalope  Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild a

The view from Kathleen’s Hillbilly Hideout. In this special Games in Schools and Libraries episode Kathleen shares her thoughts and resources for distance learning and staying engaged with her students during an era of social (and professional) distancing. Donald also shares a Scott Nicholson Top Tip for communicating what resources are really important to your online classes. Link to Kathleen’s ResourcesWeb Sitehttps://www.kathleenmercury.com/distance-learning-resources.html Google Dochttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1a8aEUEXZZGZL9zYp99HRFaEcJLe2gp-XhVVjeKM2eZ8/edit Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources 

Some of our circulating collection. Chris pictured in the background. In this episode Donald and Chris announce ShushCon is cancelled, talk a bit about what they are doing when no patrons are allowed in the library, including getting game information to Cataloging, and do a bunch of reviews. Games Chatted about Horizons Silver Coin Dome Crushers Cartooner Kingdom Hearts Talisman Artemis Project Emerald Flame Charterstone The Expanse RPG Wingspan Parks Xia Legends of a Drift Wavelength Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the George

In Games in Schools and Libraries Eric Slauson joins Kathleen to talk about so many things. Eric Slauson https://twitter.com/stmgames Meeple Syrup ShoptalkDeepwater Games - Monstrosity pre order Tattoo Stories Nerd Words Science  Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Librar

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 142 Donald and Chris talk about their experiences crafting and running adventures set in the world they created using Microscope. Chris Bell running a playtest session The Tales of the Compass Rose are a series of 8 Dungeon World scenarios set in the town of Cadastral. The focus of the campaign is the Compass Rose - an artifact that keeps demons from invading this reality and devouring the essence of the dead god who’s body is the foundation of the world. For this event they crafted the town of Cadastral, the Tower of the Compass Rose, several places of power, forest scatter, a crystal powered airship, a variety of props, and numerous quality of play tokens. The event was tested by library patrons and run at the SCARAB Gaming Convention Jan 17-20, 2020, in Columbia SC. It wil

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 141 Donald and Chris review some escape room games they played at the library. They also talk about our Moonrise escape room. Note - Keep an eye on the GSL blog for upcoming information and file links for our the Moonrise Escape Room. Games Covered Murder at the Paisley's Escape Room In A Box: FlashbackDeckscape: The Mystery of Eldorado Unlock! Heroic Adventures MacGyver: The Escape Room GameGames in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

In Games in Schools and Libraries, episode 23, Giles and Don discuss word games. Or rather, games to do with spelling, word association, sentence building, and generally playing with language.  This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekEmail us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 140 Kathleen is joined by Game To Grow’s founders Adam Davis and Adam Johns about their years of experience in couple and family therapy, drama therapy, and education to develop a unique intervention method which promotes social growth among youth in a fun, safe environment.Game to Grow's weekly therapeutic social skills groups help young people become more confident, creative, and socially capable using tabletop games, most notably Dungeons and Dragons. Game to Grow is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2017 on the belief that games of all kinds have the power to improve people’s lives. Game to Grow’s weekly therapeutic social skills groups help young people become more confident, creative, and socially capable using tabletop games, most notably Dungeons and Dragons.Game to Growhttps://gametogrow.org/@GametoGrow

In Games in Schools and Libraries #139 Donald is joined by Jim Zub, lead designer of the Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer’s Guides Series, and why it would be suitable for schools and libraries supporting D&D activities. Jim ZubAuthor of the D&D Comics and project head for the Young Adventurer's Guideshttp://www.jimzub.com@JimZubYoung Adventurer's GuidesAlso recommended by Jim Zub (But not by Jim)Dungeons & Dragons Essentials Kit Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries in

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 138 Kathleen Mercury is joined by Dustin Staats of Board Gaming with Education. In this crossover episode the hosts of both shows talk a bit about their experiences with classroom oriented gaming. FYI - versions of this show will appear in each feed. Dustin StaatsBoard Gaming with Education Website https://www.boardgamingwitheducation.com/podcast/ Twitter @bge_gamesEmail podcast@boardgamingwitheducation.com Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown Cou

In Games in Schools and Libraries 137 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about their maker space development and then discuss what video game services they use in the library, some free games options, and how to get the most bang for your buck. Foam spray primer they mentioned for cosplay was Plasti-Dip. PC GamesEpic Games Free Games Weekly, changeover on ThursdayStore of games for purchaseSTEAMFree and paid games, searchable by priceSubscription game servicesXBOXXBOX Gold2-4 free games every monthOnline Multiplayer Games50-75% discounts on select Xbox GamesXBox Game PassCurrently access to 235+ Games, including AAA titles. (Some available for PC as well)PlaystationPlaystation PlusTwo free PS4 Games every monthOnline MultiplayerExclusive DiscountsPCOrigin AccessComes in 2 flavors, BASIC and PREMIERExtra Content included with new EA GamesEarly access to upcoming gamesEvolving collection of games10% off Origin Purchases Games in Scho

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 136 Kathleen is joined by Scott Kelly of BS Games to talk about using games to teach history. Scott KellyWebsite: https://bsgames.ca/ Instagram: bsgamesca Twitter: @BSGamesCA Facebook: bsgamesca Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 22 Giles and Don talk about building a game collection, as well as some of our experiences with buying games. Topics covered include collection development policies, building breadth and depth in a collection, collecting with a purpose, factors that help define what to get, dealing with wear and tear, the Jones theory, keeping track of popular games, donations, community and government grants, raising money, using your own collection, finding specials and discounts and thrift stores. This episode was originally hosted by the Games for Educators Website. After listening to this episode go check them out. http://g4ed.com/Games in Schools and Libraries is produced by Inverse Genius in association with Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekEmail us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 135 Chris Bell and Donald Dennis review games they’ve played in the Teen Room. Games ReviewedQuacks of QuedlinburgGood CrittersKodama Unlock - Expedition Challenger Roll for the GalaxyCockroach PokerRoll PlayerCall to AdventureGetaway DriverOne Week Ultimate Werewolf Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game GeekKathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.comThe ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System.