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Gamer Lounge: Video Gaming and Chat Social Club - For Mature Gamers! (14-18)
Completed by 54 learners
Ages 14-18
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week
3-10 learners per class
50 min
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Like interactive show and tell for video games! Learners are encouraged to play video games while chatting and sharing with other gamers. Games do not need to be co-op (cooperative) nor multiplayer. Gamers can play games of their choice during class on any platform: console, PC, mobile, etc. Each week during class time learners may: * Share a general weekly update * Talk about what they're playing now * Share game play or screen shots * Play solo, cooperatively, or competitively with other learners * Share best practices, tips, tricks, and questions * Participate in friendly student-led banter * Practice good listening and interaction skills * Practice teamwork, and good sportsmanship Classes will be very loosely structured, allowing learners to share and lead the conversation. This class may use breakout rooms to allow learners to co-op play with others or chat about certain games in smaller groups. The teacher will alternate among rooms to moderate and keep on track. Learners may also want to share personal information such as server codes or IP address in order to co-op play. Please talk to your learner about cyber security and what should or should not be shared during class. While learners are welcome to play games during class, they will need to be also listening and interacting with others. Game sounds will need to be turned down, or learners muted while not sharing to allow others to share without interruptions. Screenshots and screen shares should only feature games that do not contain inappropriate language, and/or nudity. (For example, games such as Cyberpunk 2077, Grand Theft Auto, or Saint's Row wouldn't be a good fit.) Since this section is for mature players, games may be rated up to ESRB M. However, learners should announce the title of any game they intend to share, and get consent from the other learners before sharing. While the class is for mature gamers, language used in class discussions should still be PG. Verbal expression in class is expected to be respectful and not include course or foul language, per Outschool policy. Use of profanity beyond the first warning may result in unenrollment from the class. I have other classes for learners who would like to play and chat that are limited to ESRB Teen and below, if your learner is interested, but not yet ready for some of the more mature content. Here is the link for Game On!: https://outschool.com/classes/game-on-video-game-play-and-chat-social-club-8fyPZsjf?usid=6Sw2nCDl&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link ** Please note that this class may contain spoilers as learners will be in different stages of game play. **
Learning Goals
Students will practice social skills while interacting with other gamers.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class may use breakout rooms to allow learners to co-op play with others or chat about certain games in smaller groups. The teacher will alternate among rooms to moderate and keep on track. Learners may also want to share personal information such as gamer tags, server codes, or IP address in order to co-op play. Please talk to your learner about cyber security and what should or should not be shared during class.
Game screenshots and screen shares should only feature games that do not contain inappropriate language and/or nudity. Parents should review these guidelines with their learners when deciding which games to share in class. Please keep in mind the age range and possible sensitivities of other learners when deciding what to share in class. Video games have a rating system, and it is easy to do a quick web search to find out what may be objectionable about particular games. Generally speaking, games shared should be rated E, E10+, Teen, or M. Learners should announce what they plan to share and give other learners a chance to consent, as some titles may contain material that could contain scary, gory, or violent elements. While the class is for mature gamers, language used in class discussions should still be PG. Verbal expression in class is expected to be respectful and not include course or foul language. Use of profanity beyond the first warning may result in unenrollment from the class.
***If your learner is not okay with content in Mature titles, you should consider enrolling in Game On! instead.***
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Video games!
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been gaming since 1986, starting with Boulderdash on the Commodore 64. My husband loves all the game types that I don't, so I have exposure to a wide variety of games and platforms. I have several other gaming classes, and I love to talk games with the next generation!
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