Game-On! Inaugural Symposium
We are excited to invite you to submit an abstract for the Game-On! Symposium: Where Pedagogy Meets Play, taking place on 20 May 2026 at the eFundanathi eZone, Wits Education Campus, Parktown with hybrid participation options available.
This inaugural event celebrates innovation in higher education through game-based learning, digital storytelling, and playful pedagogy. Whether you’re an educator, researcher, instructional designer, student, or developer, we welcome your contributions across a variety of engaging formats:
๐ฎ Scroll of Insight โ Research Paper Presentation
๐ Hidden Gem โ Showcase of an innovative teaching tool
โก Speed Run โ PechaKucha storytelling sprint
๐ฑ Skill Tree โ Interactive Workshop
๐ Power-Up โ โHow Toโฆ in 5 Stepsโ demo
๐บ๏ธ Game Map โ Poster Sessions (print or digital)
๐น๏ธ Playtest Arena โ Game Demos
For queries or more information, feel free to contact us at efundanathi@outlook.com.
We look forward to your game-changing ideas!
20TH May Hybrid Event 2026
eFundanathi eZone, Wits Education Campus Parktown
IMPORTANT DATES
- Submission Deadline: 13 February 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: 13 March 2026
Themes include:
- Gamification in curriculum design
- Digital storytelling & interactive media
- Ethics & inclusivity in educational games
- AI & adaptive learning
- Low-tech/no-tech playful learning
- Indigenous knowledge & African-themed games
- Assessment & analytics in playful learning