Gamification…. Game-Based Learning and Everything in Between - Concepts, Applications, Myths and Half-Truths

Gamification…. Game-Based Learning and Everything in Between - Concepts, Applications, Myths and Half-Truths

Summary and Learning Objectives

This interactive session will offer you a comprehensive practitioner's guide to integrate gamification and game-based learning into your training initiatives, presented by experts who has been at the forefront of experiential learning for two decades. With a wealth of experience, the facilitators will provide invaluable insights and practical strategies to seamlessly blend gaming elements with educational content, enhancing both engagement and effectiveness.

The session places a special focus on challenging areas such as behavioral skills and leadership development, where traditional knowledge transfer methods are becoming increasingly ineffective. In today's world, learners demand personalized and contextualized learning experiences, making it essential to adapt and innovate. Through game-based learning, these complex skill areas can be addressed more effectively, fostering better retention and application in real-world scenarios.

In addition to theoretical insights, the session will include hands-on gameplay and interactive quizzes, making the learning experience not only educational but also highly engaging and enjoyable. By participating in these activities, you will experience firsthand the benefits of gamification, leaving you equipped with the tools and confidence to implement these strategies in your own training contexts.

Speaker Bio and Contact Information

LinkedIn Bio

Bhaskar Thyagrajan: Bhaskar, the Founder and CEO of BlueSky Learning and KAIROS, has over 18 years of experience and more than 1000 days dedicated to leadership training, speaking, and coaching. He is the chief architect behind BlueSky Learning's groundbreaking work in behavioral skill development, leveraging the power of simulation and game-based learning experiences. To support this mission, he has developed a platform that offers a diverse range of game-led behavioral skills modules, which educators and trainers can use to enhance the engagement and impact of their programs.

His extensive experience as a designer and leadership development facilitator spans various industries, scales, audience profiles, and nationalities, enriching his approach and effectiveness. Bhaskar is a highly sought-after experiential trainer, an active blogger on LinkedIn, and a regular contributor to HR communities and journals. He has trained over 400 trainers in facilitating experiential and game-based workshops, designed more than 30 unique workshop formats, and created over 100 game-based learning modules. His work has impacted professionals across 30+ countries. Additionally, Bhaskar is a founding member and senior advisor at Koach.ai, a conversational AI-based coaching and mentoring app focused on youth and frontline employees.

LinkedIn Bio