Conclusions This provides the opportunity to wrap up the day and think about where to go next. This presentation contains some of the conclusions from the ARGOSI project that may help others (see further detail in the final and evaluation reports at http://argosi.playthinklearn.net/deliverables.htm)

Some things we’ve learned from ARGOSI Timing is important Don’t expect autonomy for all Many students need an external motivation Difficult to make learning outcomes fun Getting the challenges right is hard Easier is more accessible Students not keen to work offline Underestimated time taken to support

Potential for ARGs Wider student support (at different times rather than induction) Links to subject curricula Links to assessment Components Use of narrative Activity-based learning Development of self-supporting community

Questions for educational ARGs How do you provide motivation to play? How to keep niche yet still be inclusive? How can you make ARGs accessible? ARGs support the autonomous learner Can they also be used to develop autonomy? Can you build in reflection on learning?

Any final questions?