weekly

or for 8 classes

Among Us- Critical Thinking and Social Skills

New class

Ages 11-14

Live Group Course

The ongoing social video gaming class brings together a diverse group of players to explore the dynamic world of multiplayer games, emphasizing teamwork, strategy, and communication. Students engage in real-time gaming sessions while discus

Stacy Storey PhD

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(93 reviews)

Live video meetings

1x per week, 8 weeks

2-9 learners per class

60 min

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What's included

8 live meetings

8 in-class hours

Mastery Evaluation

1 hour per week. Practicing critical thinking skills and working on classwork homework that will be discussed in class.

Certificate of Completion

included

Class Experience

Course Overview: This ongoing class focuses on enhancing communication, strategy, and teamwork through weekly Among Us sessions. Each week, we explore new social dynamics, deception techniques, and strategic approaches, allowing players to refine their skills and connect with others in a fun and interactive environment. The course is designed for all levels, from beginners to experienced players, and aims to build social skills, critical thinking, and group dynamics through gameplay.

A device capable of running Among Us (PC, mobile, or console)
Access to the game (free on mobile or small cost on PC)
A stable internet connection and access to weekly Zoom or Discord sessions
Instructor Contact:

Email: drstacystorey@gmail.com
Office Hours: By appointment via Discord/Zoom
This ongoing Among Us class is designed to continually enhance players’ skills through practical application, in-depth discussion, and regular feedback, helping students improve their communication, strategy, and teamwork in a fun, dynamic environment.

Learning Goals

1. Communication Skills
Verbal Communication: 
Non-Verbal Communication: 
Active Listening

Teamwork & Collaboration
Cooperation: Crewmates must collaborate to complete tasks, share information, and watch each other’s backs to avoid being sabotaged by Impostors.
Role Understanding:
Delegation:

Syllabus

8 Lessons

over 8 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Welcome and Introduction to Among us

 Objective: Get familiar with Among Us’s basic mechanics, roles, and game settings.
Activities:
Brief walkthrough of game mechanics (roles, tasks, sabotage).
Icebreaker: Short matches to familiarize everyone with the gameplay.
Group discussion: How do you approach communication and trust-building in Among Us?
Home Practice: Watch a beginner’s guide video on Among Us strategies.

60 mins online live lesson

Lesson 2:

Communication and Critical Thinking

 Objective: Explore the importance of communication and the art of deception.
Activities:
Play through rounds focused on communication styles (verbal, non-verbal, logical).
Group analysis: Discuss successful and failed deception attempts.
Tips and tricks for both Crewmates and Impostors.
Homework: Reflect on your communication strategies in a brief journal entry.

60 mins online live lesson

Lesson 3:

Teamwork and Strategy

 Objective: Develop strategies that promote teamwork and improve coordination.
Activities:
Focus on teamwork-based challenges, such as protecting Crewmates and coordinating sabotage.
Post-game discussion: How did you organize tasks and manage suspicions?
Practice different strategies as Crewmates (e.g., group tasks) and Impostors (e.g., sabotaging strategically).
Homework: Create a strategy cheat sheet for both Crewmates and Impostors.

60 mins online live lesson

Lesson 4:

Advanced Tactics

 Objective: Master advanced deception and psychological tactics used in Among Us.
Activities:
Focus on advanced tactics for Impostors, including misdirection, alibis, and gaslighting.
Discuss psychological elements of the game—how do players react to accusations or doubt?
Playthrough with specific rules to test advanced strategies.
Homework: Write a short analysis on how Impostors manipulate social dynamics to their advantage.

60 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance

This can is not necessarily graphic but does depict characters killing other characters. Characters and cartoon aliens in costumes working to complete tasks and having to determine who is the imposter.

Language of Instruction

English

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Among Us

Meet the teacher

Stacy Storey PhD

Joined June, 2020

4.9

93reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hello all! I am Dr. Stacy Storey. I have a doctorate in Educational Psychology and 3+ years as a mental health counselor for kiddos and teens. I use gaming in my practice and also believe that gaming provide educational opportunities that connect with kiddo's personal interests.