Learner's Output - Board Game

Objective:

The objective of this performance task is to allow students to creatively express their understanding of social studies concepts through the use of board game design. By creating a board game, students can demonstrate their research, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, as well as their understanding of the chosen social studies topic.

Performance Task Output of Grade 8 - Batch 2022-2023 - PCGS

Pros:

Encourages research skills: Students must research their chosen social studies topic to create their board game, which helps them develop research skills.

Enhances communication and critical thinking skills: Students must effectively communicate their understanding of the topic and develop strategies to win the game, which helps them develop communication and critical thinking skills.

Promotes teamwork: Board games can be designed to be played in teams, which can promote teamwork and collaboration skills.

Can be used for multiple classes: Board games can be played multiple times and can be used for future social studies classes.

Performance Task Output of Grade 7 and 8 - Batch 2022-2023 - PCGS

Cons:

May require additional resources: Creating a high-quality board game may require additional resources such as board game pieces, dice, and cards, which may not be available to all students.

May be time-consuming: Creating a high-quality board game can be time-consuming, which may limit the time available for other social studies activities.

May require additional grading time: Grading board games may take more time than grading traditional assessments due to the need to review and evaluate the game mechanics and rules.

May have limitations in assessing individual performance: Board games are often played in teams, which may make it difficult to assess individual student performance.

Performance Task Output of Grade 7 - Batch 2022-2023 - PCGS

In summary, creating a board game as a performance task can be a creative and engaging addition to a social studies class, as it promotes research, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. However, it may require additional resources and grading time and may have limitations in assessing individual student performance. Additionally, the potential for future use of the board game in social studies classes should be considered.