Founder and CTO Dave McCool continues our series on the technology behind Muzzy Lane Author. This video describes the vital importance of LTI, Learning Tools Interoperability, as the standard by which game-based learning and other rich content tools are able to integrate with Learning Management Systems.
NEWS
Library of Congress Design Reviewed by Consortium in DC.
We have made great progress on the design of our prototype Author template for the Library of Congress, which is focused on engaging students in grades K-5 in working with primary sources. We presented the designs at the annual meeting of the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Consortium, getting excellent feedback from educators across the country.
The Teaching with Primary Sources Program works with colleges and other educational organizations to deliver professional development programs that help teachers use the Library of Congress's rich reservoir of digitized primary source materials to design challenging, high-quality instruction.
Jeff Fiske Named VP of Production
We are thrilled to announce producer and designer Jeff Fiske has been promoted to Vice President of Production.
Jeff has played a pivotal role in building Muzzy Lane's partner relationships. In his new role, he will continue to guide and coordinate Muzzy Lane's production efforts while growing our relationships with current and future partners.
Jeff Fiske has been effectively empowering partners and development teams in the creation of strategy games and simulations for over 20 years. Jeff is also one of the founders of Tilted Mill Entertainment.
AUTHOR DEMO
The Geometria Code
Try out this activity created using the Smartpick template
This activity combines geometric shape recognition with metalinguistic awareness and reading comprehension. The learner uses hints in the form of riddles to successfully identify basic geometric shapes.
Customization improvements are a big part of the latest Author update. You now have more control over how your avatars appear in Smartchat. Character management is easier and you can choose which of them offers feedback responses. There are more options for how your text will appear for events, end of game feedback, and response choices, which also have new randomization choices. Improvements to text now make it easier to read on mobile devices and small screens.
UPCOMING EVENTS
AUGUST 17 - 19
Revolutionary Learning Conference. The Roosevelt Hotel, NYC
Join Muzzy Lane at this dynamic conference! We will be hosting a workshop where you can bring your own device and create a usable assessment activity with Muzzy Lane Author.