Thursday, May 6, 2010

5/7/10 - Redistricting Game

So what is Gerrymandering anyway?

The Redistricting Game is designed to educate, engage, and empower citizens around the issue of political redistricting. By playing the game, you will learn about redistricting fundamentals, gerrymandering, the Voting Rights Act, and potential reforms.

The game was developed by the University of Southern California (USC) Game Innovation Lab, part of the USC School of Cinematic Arts’ Interactive Media Division.

Your assignment is to complete mission 1,2,3 & 5.


In the comment section please share your opinion on the educational value of this game.  

Did it help you to better understand gerrymandering and redistricting?  Do you think I should continue to use it in Civics next year?  Why or why not?
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3 comments:

  1. Alison ConradMay 7, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    I still have some questions. Yes, it makes kids use there heads and it is very fun to do.

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  2. Kayla BaronyMay 7, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    I think the game helped me understand gerrymandering better because before it was confusing for me to understand what it was, but it was a little frustrating for me and other people to get people to vote for my plan. I think you should continue the game if you wish because I think it helps students understand it better, and it helps you learn to draw fair districts.

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  3. Brandon GrossMay 9, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    this game didn't help me at all to understand gerrymandering. No i do not think you should continue to use this next year because there might be a better way for you to teach it so kids will learn more.

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