In this play test you get to be the endocrine system releasing hormones to keep Bill, a guy who wont make it easy, alive. This game teaches about the role of the endocrine system in homeostasis.
Long Description:
This playtest will introduce Homeostasis: The Game, a game for teaching about the complex interaction between hormones and homeostasis. At its core, Homeostasis is all about trying to keep Bill, a guy that does stupid things, alive. You play the endocrine system releasing hormones to prevent Bill from throwing his homeostatic variables pH, blood glucose, and blood pressure too far out of homeostatic balance. Or, at least, before Bill does the next crazy thing. Through previous playtests we have found that students exhibited increases in their understanding of homeostasis and students were able to correctly indicate more information about specific hormones. Thus, through using a game that fits easily within a lab or lecture period, we have created an active learning experience which effectively increases student understanding about homeostasis and is easy for instructors to implement.
Event Type:
TRD - Trade Day Event
Minimum Players:
3
Maximum Players:
24
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)