David Tomczyk
Puzzle hunts are a combination of scavenger hunt and puzzle solving. They can be used to encourage teamwork and learning across diverse groups of students, employees, and others. In this session, we will talk about how to construct puzzle hunts, including how to calibrate your puzzles to your audience, create puzzles within the disciplines or […]
By the end of this session, you’ll have (at least!) one puzzle you can bring to your classroom or workplace, and ideas for many more. Topics we’ll cover: Different types of puzzles What makes a satisfying puzzle experience The dos and don’ts of good puzzle design How to unleash your creative mind Sample puzzles and […]
Management researchers will generate an interactive discussion of the implications of using games, highlighting how we have used a variety of games in several different management courses. Through active participation, and guided by the facilitators, attendees will use commercially available games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, and well-known cultural references such as Harry Potter, to […]
The Puzzle Hunt comprises 12 puzzles on large placards scattered around the Indianapolis Convention Center. Record your answer to each puzzle in the Gen Con program guide where you’ll find a page dedicated to the Puzzle Hunt. When you have solved any number of puzzles, or if you need a hint, stop by the Puzzle […]
In addition to the 12 puzzles throughout the Indiana Convention Center, these four unique sets of 4-6 puzzles are self-contained, each with its own metapuzzle. Each puzzle’s answers will lead you towards the solution to a puzzle contained in the whole pack. For every Puzzle Pack you solve (the puzzles and the metapuzzle), get one […]
In addition to the 12 puzzles throughout the Indiana Convention Center, these four unique sets of 4-6 puzzles are self-contained, each with its own metapuzzle. Each puzzle’s answers will lead you towards the solution to a puzzle contained in the whole pack. For every Puzzle Pack you solve (the puzzles and the metapuzzle), get one […]
In addition to the 12 puzzles throughout the Indiana Convention Center, these four unique sets of 4-6 puzzles are self-contained, each with its own metapuzzle. Each puzzle’s answers will lead you towards the solution to a puzzle contained in the whole pack. For every Puzzle Pack you solve (the puzzles and the metapuzzle), get one […]
In addition to the 12 puzzles throughout the Indiana Convention Center, these four unique sets of 4-6 puzzles are self-contained, each with its own metapuzzle. Each puzzle’s answers will lead you towards the solution to a puzzle contained in the whole pack. For every Puzzle Pack you solve (the puzzles and the metapuzzle), get one […]
We will be looking at different psychological components of games and game development, using both theory and practical application. Concepts covered will include things like emotional intelligence, cognitive biases, what makes games fun, motivational theory, and learning theory. We will then tie all of this to what makes games fun. Throughout the session, we will […]
We introduce the creation of content-specific fictional characters (i.e., character building) as a role-playing activity, allowing students in Management and Leadership classrooms to meaningfully engage with course material while also stimulating students’ outside-the-box thinking and imagination. Character building as a classroom activity not only allows for creative thinking, but also serves to develop students’ skills […]
Standard curricula across all disciplines—even business!—fail to take advantage of lessons from business. However, experts have studied and written about business practices extensively, offering insights that can be incorporated into almost any setting. Bringing these business principles into the classroom allows students to see how their work and the skills they’re developing, no matter the […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]
Verity is the god of mercantilism and justice. During the eternal war of the gods, he did something so egregious that the other gods sealed him away inside a planet. His magic initially leaked, creating life and magic, but eventually he was completely severed from the outside world. Locked in a never-ending nightmare. As often […]