Ludodidactics The MDA-model: mechanics, dynamics, aesthetics 2 min. to read The MDA-model (Zubek, LeBlanc, & Hunicke, 2004) is within ludodidactics one of the most fundamental models in game design concerning learning behaviour. MDA stands for Mechanics, Dynamics and Aesthetics. Mechanics are…
Ludodidactics The MDA-model in the classroom 1 min. to read One of the key principles in ludodidactics is that, in preparing your lessons for students, you approach it as a designer. The MDA-model takes center stage in this design process.…
Ludodidactics Epistemic framework in theory 2 min. to read The perspective on any given situation can differ completely, depending on a set of elements that influence not only our perception but also our behaviour. This set of elements has…
Ludodidactics Epistemic framework put into practice 2 min. to read In this article we will explore the practical application of the epistemic framework. If you haven’t viewed the video explaining the theoretical workings of the epistemic framework, please do so…
Creativity Creative Music Theory Lesson 3 3 min. to read How can one elaborate this exercise? This exercise has potential for many elaborations, for example one could add a subdominant chord to have a third primary chord included. Also the melody…
Creativity Keyboard Harmony 3 4 min. to read Does keyboard harmony require practice? Yes indeed, one must practise keyboard harmony skills like all other playing, it’s not always that easy, especially when the rhythmics get more difficult it…
Diversity Importance of play 3 min. to read To play music Play is the obvious word that goes with music. Play is also inevitably connected with childhood. If learning is put into this equation, it will also add…
Diversity Motivation, the key to talent development 3 min. to read Motivation trapped? There is individual motivation and there is inspired teaching. Teaching at its best, will lead the way, will turn that music classroom into a creative workshop where those…
Diversity Defining inclusiveness in every context is of paramount importance 3 min. to read Clear job description needed It is always important to have an organization decide upon single points of contacts, or perhaps better: specific points of contact. It would not only be…
Diversity How to adapt your didactics for students with developmental disabilities? 3 min. to read A developmental disability has a major impact on the student’s behaviour and, by extension, on the social environment. More than for students with learning disabilities, the teacher must recognise the…
