The Climate Games
The Climate Games
The Climate Games
By Mika Ono
May 16, 2024
Summary
UC San Diego researcher Neil Smith received a $50,000 CA CARES grant to develop “The Climate Games,” a video game aimed at raising climate change awareness. The project, initially created in a class where students made mini-games about climate impacts on vulnerable communities, will be further developed with the grant. Smith believes game-based learning offers enhanced engagement and empathy compared to traditional methods. The game will allow users to explore climate scenarios and add local stories. With ongoing student involvement and potential future grants, Smith hopes to expand the game's reach and educational impact.
Reference
Ono, M. (2024, May 16). The climate games. UC San Diego Today. https://today.ucsd.edu/story/the-climate-games