Unlock a Game-Changing Back-to-School Adventure with Breakout EDU
4 ways Breakout EDU sets educators up for success each school year
Breakout EDU games are engaging, collaborative, and fun! Our digital and kit-based games transform traditional teaching methods by prioritizing student engagement, inclusion, collaboration, and critical thinking.
As educators begin thinking about new tools and instructional approaches for fall 2023, here are 4 unique ways Breakout EDU can unlock back-to-school success:
1.Establish classroom routines: Cracking the code to collaboration
For some students, returning to school can be a time of anticipation and nerves. It can feel scary entering a new classroom with a new teacher and a fresh group of peers, but with Breakout EDU teachers can provide incomparable opportunities to build and nurture a sense of belonging and collaboration from Day 1. Using Breakout EDU games as icebreakers, team-building exercises, or reward systems, help teachers cultivate a vibrant classroom environment where students are excited to learn and embrace productive struggle. No nerves here!
Through the process of participating in Breakout EDU games, students quickly learn to communicate effectively, solve problems together, and trust their new peers. The resulting positive classroom environment serves as the foundation for learning experiences to come throughout the year. It takes only a few moments to onboard students into the Breakout EDU platform where digital games and activities can be assigned by the teacher with the click of a button. Students will feel connected, valued, and motivated to learn as they get to know one another and collaborate on these shared experiences.
2.Develop critical thinking skills: Unlocking and opening minds
Preparing students to think critically is an essential part of any back-to-school plan. Participation in Breakout EDU challenges requires students to become agile critical thinkers right from the start without even realizing it. Students are required to think outside the box by analyzing information, making informed decisions, applying creative solutions, and working together. These skills are not only valuable for the school year ahead, but also to promote a love for lifelong learning. Critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication are also the cornerstone of 21st-century skills, also known as the 4Cs.
“Breakout EDU is an experience unlike others in the classroom. It really provides an opportunity for students to exercise their 4 C’s skills in a concrete way while simultaneously addressing core subject area content. BreakoutEDU also gives students a chance to experience a productive struggle to which they can develop their level of problem-solving, teamwork, and grit.”
By presenting students with engaging challenges that require analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of information, students learn to assess multiple perspectives, identify patterns, and make informed decisions. The open-ended nature of the Breakout EDU games allows for multiple solutions empowering students to explore unconventional methods and take informed risks.
3.Amplify excitement for learning: Preparing students for epic year-long adventures
Breakout EDU games offer a fresh and immersive approach to teaching content across various subjects and grade levels. They captivate students' attention and inspire students to actively participate in their own education - critical to achieve during the first few weeks of school. Teachers who regularly integrate Breakout EDU into their lesson plans ignite a sense of curiosity, making learning more enjoyable and supporting content retention throughout the entire year.
A unique motivational tool recently released by Breakout EDU are digital badges aligned with core SEL principles and 21st-century skills. Teachers can award these digital badges to individual students throughout a school year, rewarding students who cultivate crucial skills such as empathy, teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation. By awarding badges for achievements and milestones, teachers can celebrate students' growth, boost their self-confidence, and encourage active participation in classroom activities.
4.Start strong with data: Powering up with personalized learning possibilities
With a comprehensive teacher dashboard that populates in real-time, teachers can promote student agency and a culture of continuous growth while students are in the driver's seat. Used at the beginning of a school year, the dashboard allows teachers to quickly assess students' prior knowledge and understanding of subject matter by using one of our thousands of pre-designed games (or quickly creating their own with Adobe Express) that include activities which measure prior year learning objectives. This allows teachers to identify knowledge gaps and adjust instructional strategies early on. As the year progresses, this data ultimately allows teachers to create a more personalized learning experience for all students.
“I love that it teaches high level problem solving skills as well as soft and SEL skills. Skills vital for school or work readiness.”
Teachers can even challenge students to create their own games within the Breakout EDU classroom platform. With various degrees of teacher facilitation possible to support differentiation, students can express their creativity, show off their knowledge, and even introduce themselves to their new peers. This student-led approach promotes a sense of ownership and pride in the student educational experience.
Conclusion
As teachers prepare for the upcoming school year, integrating Breakout EDU activities into back-to-school planning unlocks a world of possibilities. From building teamwork and developing critical thinking skills to fostering content retention and energizing classroom community, Breakout EDU offers a transformative learning experience. Breakout EDU has paved the way for an exceptional 2023-2024 school year!