Dungeons and Dragons Campaign for Adventurers With Autism / Neurodivergent
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Dungeons & Dragons has proven to be highly beneficial in supporting social and emotional growth for neurodivergent children, as well as those with IEPs or 504 plans. By emphasizing patience, positive reinforcement, and active participation, the game encourages children to develop critical thinking skills, enhance communication abilities, and learn to navigate complex emotions in a safe, structured environment. The fantasy-based nature of D&D provides a creative outlet for children to explore their identities and practice real-world interactions in a low-pressure setting. Additionally, D&D offers a valuable opportunity for emotional regulation, allowing children to express and manage their feelings through character-driven scenarios. It promotes social interaction with new people in a safe, judgment-free zone, offering a break from daily pressures and obligations. The bonds and friendships formed within the game’s community foster acceptance and a shared enthusiasm for storytelling, making it a vital element in a child's personal growth and development. 🌟 Welcome to the Realm of D&D Adventures! 🌟 Embark on a journey of imagination and skill-building with our D&D courses. Parents, discover the magic behind our campaigns that go beyond mere "adventuring." Join us as we explore the enchanted land of Faerun on the Sword Coast in the town of Phandelver. Prerequisites: For an optimal experience, we recommend completing our 101-104 courses before diving into ongoing campaigns. Familiarize yourself with our style to enhance your long-term roleplaying journey. Adventure Overview: Delve into a captivating campaign in the enchanting land of Faerun. Uncover mysteries, face challenges, and become a hero in Phandelver...and beyond. Join us for an unforgettable experience where your choices shape the outcome. Magic, goblins, mystery, and so much more... What to Expect: 🎭 Player-Driven Stories 🌐 Explore Exciting Places 🤝 Team Building and Problem Solving 📚 Develop Compelling Stories 🤖 Interact with Quirky Characters Who Will Love This Class: 1. Players familiar with D&D basics. 2. Newcomers to tabletop roleplaying. 3. Adventure seekers wanting to make decisions. 4. Story enthusiasts interacting with diverse characters. 5. Team players solving problems and having fun! As a professional educators and dungeon masters, we weave learning styles into cohesive adventures. Our ongoing group ensures a consistent, evolving experience. Student Rules: Be friendly and have fun! Show respect to your fellow party members at all times. Listen actively to each other’s ideas and contributions. Accept the decisions of the Dungeon Master without argument. If your character dies, handle it respectfully and without dispute. Never harm or intentionally create scenarios that could lead to the death of other party members. Make an effort to resurrect fallen party members when possible. Ensure your character's actions are appropriate for your age group. Do not steal from other party members. Be honest about your dice rolls—no cheating. Late Arrivals Note: To maintain session quality, late arrivals may be admitted at non-disruptive times. Refunds are at the instructor's discretion. Communicate potential challenges in advance for a seamless experience. 🔮 Dive into the magic of D&D with us and let the adventure begin! 🔮 Note to parents/students: You may choose to allow your child to have access to the D&D Beyond website (dndbeyond.com) to assist in their creation and use of characters or other content for use in this class. Use of and access to the D&D Beyond website is not required for this class, and it is solely within your discretion as the parent whether to allow your child to access the D&D Beyond website. Please note that the D&D Beyond website is a third-party service over which we have no control or responsibility, and any data or information shared on it or any other third-party website is subject to their terms of service and privacy policies.
Learning Goals
Students will get to experience all that a roleplaying game has too offer: teamwork, problem solving, social interaction, and basic statistical calculations.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Role-playing games offer a creative "sandbox" in which participants can engage in imaginative problem solving. Fantasy violence will not be directly depicted, but the possibilities of this within the game will be discussed. Students may wish to explore ideas related to their characters that involve in-game "weapons" and "spells" for the use of "in-game" violence.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
5 teachers have teaching certificates
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Science
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Illinois Teaching Certificate
3 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Master's Degree in Education from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education
Master's Degree in Social Work from Loyola University
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from Oregon State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Binghamton University
The RPG Club has organized and taught groups of Dungeons and Dragons for over 5,000 students and community members, running games professionally for private clients between the ages of 8-70 years old. Our teachers and GMs train together on best practices, are almost all traditional classroom teachers, and work to ensure an excellent experience for each child, every class.
It's our mission that your child feels empowered and excited after this lesson, potentially sparking an interest in a wonderful activity.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$29
weekly1x per week
90 min
Completed by 50 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-6 learners per class