Participate and share: Poster 
A poster presentation on educational micro tabletop role-playing games aims to inform and engage the audience, typically educators and researchers, about the use of these games as a powerful tool for enhancing learning experiences. Its purpose is to demonstrate how micro tabletop RPGs can cultivate essential skills like problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration in educational contexts. The objectives include presenting practical examples of their integration into curricula, showcasing the benefits for student engagement and skill development, addressing potential implementation challenges, and sparking discussions to promote wider adoption and exploration of this innovative pedagogical approach.
The poster presentation on educational micro tabletop role-playing games will comprise the following key sections:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the concept of micro tabletop RPGs in education.
Benefits: Highlight the educational advantages of using micro tabletop RPGs, including skill development and engagement.
Implementation: Provide practical examples and strategies for integrating these games into the classroom.
Challenges and Solutions: Address potential obstacles and offer solutions or best practices.
Case Studies: Present real-world case studies or classroom experiences demonstrating the impact of micro tabletop RPGs on learning.
Discussion and Interaction: Encourage audience engagement through discussions and Q&A sessions.
Conclusion: Summarize the key takeaways and emphasize the potential of micro tabletop RPGs in educational settings.
References: Cite relevant research and resources for further exploration.
Book:
Bowman, Sarah. The Functions of Role-Playing Games. McFarland Press
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-functions-of-role-playing-games/
Byers, Andrew and Francesco Crocco. The Role-Playing Society. McFarland Press
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-role-playing-society/
Grouling, Jennifer. The Creation of Narrative in Tabletop Role-Playing Games. McFarland Press
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-creation-of-narrative-in-tabletop-role-playing-games/
MacKay, Daniel. The Fantasy Role-Playing Game. McFarland Press
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-fantasy-role-playing-game/
Zagal, José and Sebastian Deterding. Role-Playing Game Studies: A Transmedia Approach. Routledge, 2018.
https://www.routledge.com/Role-Playing-Game-Studies-A-Transmedia-Approach/Deterding-Zagal/p/book/9780815369202
Journals
Analog Games Studies - https://analoggamestudies.org/
Journal about all non-digital games; it features lots of good articles on TTRPG from different perspectives. They also organize an annual conference called “Generation Analog”
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