About the client
The Open University is a non-traditional university that stands for activating academic distance education, with great flexibility for students and attention to innovative teaching.
An interactive game in which theory becomes tangible in real-life cases
Challenge
The Open University was looking for a way to make the complex theories of occupational psychology more accessible and understandable to its students. The challenge was to transform abstract academic concepts into a practical and interactive format that not only engages students but also promotes their understanding and application of the subject.
Our approach
We created scenarios to apply theoretical concepts from the textbook through interactive situations. After all, practice is more complex than theory makes it seem, and concepts are rarely unambiguous. Therefore, we developed a scenario-based game that allows students to perfect themselves in practical situations through simple, as well as complex HR situations. We worked this approach, in collaboration with Ijsfontein – a leading creative agency based in Amsterdam – , into an interactive game format.
Results
An interactive serious game for students where they could – in different levels of complexity – playfully apply theory through interventions in real-life situations.
“The communication clear and constructive, which made the project smooth and successful.”
Dr. Karin Proost,
University Lecturer
Why Mapwave?
Mapwave combines the academic teaching experience of its founders with their practical test development experience. Both have been associated with universities their entire careers and still teach at the VUB. This background enables them to transform complex concepts into measurable and interactive forms of learning. Our experience in developing educational games and other innovative formats makes us an ideal partner for organizations seeking a customized state-of-the-art learning experience.