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Which of the following features must be included when designing a game about Africa's geography?
Which of the following features must be included when designing a game about Africa's geography?
What is a requirement for presenting a physical game design?
What is a requirement for presenting a physical game design?
Why is understanding the location of landlocked countries in Africa important for the game?
Why is understanding the location of landlocked countries in Africa important for the game?
What kind of tools should be used when designing an online game?
What kind of tools should be used when designing an online game?
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Which of these is NOT a requirement for the game to align with educational standards?
Which of these is NOT a requirement for the game to align with educational standards?
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Which aspect of Africa's geography is essential for the game to teach about its countries?
Which aspect of Africa's geography is essential for the game to teach about its countries?
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What primary geographical features of Africa should be included in the game content?
What primary geographical features of Africa should be included in the game content?
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What aspect of Africa should be included to ensure coverage of its geographical diversity in the game?
What aspect of Africa should be included to ensure coverage of its geographical diversity in the game?
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Which of the following features is NOT required for the physical game design?
Which of the following features is NOT required for the physical game design?
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In terms of game-based learning, what is a crucial element to consider in the game design?
In terms of game-based learning, what is a crucial element to consider in the game design?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes a requirement for game presentation?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a requirement for game presentation?
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Why is it essential to include information about Madagascar and Zanzibar in the game?
Why is it essential to include information about Madagascar and Zanzibar in the game?
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Study Notes
Game Design Requirements
- The game must cover African content, including the position of Africa on global maps and globes, oceans surrounding Africa, country concepts, and borders.
- Country specifics include location, landlocked status, coastline location (North, South, or Equator), and examples like Madagascar (country and island) and Zanzibar (island of Tanzania).
Technical Requirements (Physical Game)
- Use any available resources to create the physical game (e.g., board game).
- Capture photographs throughout the design process and of the final product.
- Include typed game instructions.
- Create a presentation using any tool (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Canva) and save it as a PDF.
- Upload the PDF in the final submission.
Technical Requirements (Online Game)
- Employ a free, accessible online tool.
- Create a direct link to the online game and make it public.
- Include typed game instructions.
- Create a presentation using any tool (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Canva) for the link and instructions and save as a PDF.
- Upload the PDF file in the final submission.
Academic Requirements
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Refer to the CAPS Intermediate Phase Geography content.
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Research the content learners need to master.
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Design a game that employs game-based principles to facilitate learning; age/grade appropriate with suitable learning pedagogies.
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Design can use imagination, creativity, and innovation.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the unique elements of African geography, including the continent's position on global maps, surrounding oceans, and specifics of various countries. Explore the characteristics of landlocked nations, coastline locations, and islands such as Madagascar and Zanzibar. Perfect for those interested in enhancing their knowledge of Africa's geography through interactive game design.
