Full course description
Designing Games for Learning: One-Day Workshop for Educators
How can games inspire deeper learning, creativity, and engagement in the classroom? In this interactive workshop, teachers will explore the fundamentals of game design, play games that support learning benefits and discover how to apply them to their own teaching practice. Through hands-on activities, participants will learn how to design playful learning experiences, integrate game mechanics into lesson planning, and reflect on how games can support student motivation and critical thinking. No prior design experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to play!
Date: January 17, 2026
Times:
In-person meeting on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 1:00pm - 5:00pm ET on Teachers College campus
Format: In-Person
Price: $149
Please Note: This course is offered on a non-credit basis only.
For more information, questions, or to register: Email tcacademy@tc.columbia.edu