“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates
Welcome, future game designers and educators, to an exciting and immersive journey in the world of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) concepts! In this TOK game design activity, we invite you to embark on a creative exploration that bridges education and entertainment. Your mission? To craft a captivating game that not only engages players but also cultivates a profound understanding of TOK principles.
The TOK Concepts game is a dynamic project that involves designing a game catering to IB Year One students, potential IB students, and teachers, regardless of their familiarity with TOK. Through a carefully curated design thinking strategy, you will empathize with your diverse audience, define the TOK concepts, ideate innovative game elements, prototype your ideas, playtest with peers, and refine the graphics and user interface for an optimal learning experience.
12 TOK Concepts: certainty, culture, evidence, explanation, interpretation, justification, objectivity, perspective, power, responsibility, truth, and values.
Your final proposal will be a visually engaging document in PDF format, showcasing ten criteria that outline the essence of your game. From a catchy title and a concise game overview to detailed educational objectives, game elements, and gameplay mechanics—every aspect is meticulously planned and presented. Moreover, your proposal will be assessed based on educational alignment, innovative gameplay mechanics, visual cohesiveness, proposal quality, and audience popularity.
Get ready to unleash your creativity, hone your ATL skills, and demonstrate the power of translating theoretical knowledge into practical and engaging experiences. The TOK game design activity is not just a project; it’s an opportunity to revolutionize how we approach education, making it interactive, enjoyable, and impactful. So, let the game design adventure begin!
In selecting Socrates’ timeless wisdom—”The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing”—I aim to infuse our TOK game with a thought-provoking and humbling perspective. This quote encourages all players, whether seasoned thinkers or newcomers, to approach the game with an open mind and a genuine willingness to explore and learn. It sets the tone for an enriching journey where curiosity and humility become the keys to unlocking a deeper understanding of the world of Theory of Knowledge.
