Competence games - 8KEYCOM

Nowadays, in addition to the formal education, different non-formal learning activities are essential components in enhancing the competiveness of young people. Games are considered to bring pleasure in learning – if a game allows its players to enjoy it, learning will be more efficient despite the difficulties. Each game is based on learning and participation in the game on a voluntary basis and with the aim of entertainment. Games allow players to learn new things, thus improving their basic skills or competences.
Non-formal learning methods can help to develop young people’s skills and deepen their understanding of them which is necessary for finding and keeping a job, or even becoming an entrepreneur. It is especially the case for those who are excluded or discriminated for various reasons, and those who lack self-confidence and personal motivation. Studies show that young people learn best when they are given an opportunity to take an active role in order to clearly understand learning goals and be aware of their own choices.
The developed method is a set of games that includes 9 games. Each of them is specially focused on one of the 8 key competences, and all of them include various NFE elements – simulations, discussions, individual work, group work etc. By playing games participants will improve their knowledge, skills and attitudes in different fields and at different levels. Games can be adapted to several levels of complexity and are suitable for young people aged 13+. An important element of the game is evaluation, through which young people will analyse and reflect which competences they develop by completing a specific task or exercise in the game, why these competences are important, and how they are connected with personal and professional life.