In this thought-provoking episode, Dale sits down with Dr. Dave Eng, an expert in using board games for educational purposes. Dr. Eng shares his groundbreaking insights on how tabletop games can revolutionize the learning experience. From cooperative classics like Pandemic to the innovative “Matrix Games” that leverage words over numbers, this episode dives into the benefits of interactive gameplay in classrooms. Discover how board games can foster critical thinking, teamwork, and experiential learning in ways traditional lectures cannot. Learn about Dr. Eng’s inspiring work and his mission to bring gaming literacy to educators worldwide. 

Plus, Dale reveals Wyrmworks Publishing’s pioneering effort to introduce the first-ever braille ruleset for tabletop RPGs, making the hobby more accessible than ever before.

0:00 Introducing Braille to the TTRPG hobby

06:49 Interview: Dave Eng, EdD on gamifying education

42:16 An invitation to change the world

Links:

• Wyrmworks Publishing http://wyrmworkspublishing.com/ 
• Braille System Reference Document for D&D 5E on DriveThruRPG https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/472156/5e-SRD-51-System-Reference-Document-Braille-Transcription-and-Tutorial?affiliate_id=2455077 
• Dr. Dave Eng https://davengdesign.com/
• UniversityXP https://universityxp.com/ 
• Banditos Gaming https://www.banditosgaming.com/ 
• Wyrmworks Publishing Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wyrmworkspublishing

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In this episode, Dale speaks with Steph from TTRPGKids.com about using tabletop RPGs to nurture creativity and connection with kids.

Before we get to the interview, here are a few updates:

• We’ll be at Gamehole Con on Friday – come say hi if you’re there!
• We’re releasing free weekly encounters for our upcoming Limitless Champions Adventures Kickstarter. Get them by joining our email list.
• Check out our new disabled_dungeons community on Lemmy after the Reddit shutdown.
• Due to GameHole Con, there won’t be a weekly adventure next week.

Do you want to ignite your child’s imagination? Our guest Steph from TTRPGKids shares how tabletop RPGs can transform family dynamics and nurture creativity in kids.

Steph discusses:

• The benefits of playing TTRPGs with kids
• Choosing age-appropriate games and mechanics
• RPGs as bonding and teaching tools
• Encouraging creativity and problem-solving
• Resources for families, teachers, and creators

0:00 Introduction
3:37 Interview: Steph from TTRPGKids
52:33 Patreon Showcase & closing

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TTRPGKids Links

• TTRPGKids
• Tattered Bear
• Ludology Podcast

Wyrmworks Publishing

• The Lair: https://cutt.ly/LairYT 
• Get weekly updates: http://wyrmworkspublishing.com/hoard 
• Disabled_Dungeons Reddit Alternative: http://wyrmworkspublishing.com/reddit-alternative-a-response-to-reddits-accessibility-hostility/ 
• Wyrmworks Publishing: http://wyrmworkspublishing.com