Why RPGs for Teachers?

“I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” -Confucius

Studies show Tabletop RPGs improve many dimensions of learning. We’re on a mission to make it easy for teachers, librarians, and educators of all kinds to introduce tabletop gaming to their classes and clubs.

Social Skills

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A 2022 study published by the University of Maine showed increased understanding of self-concept and connection to community among tabletop players, along with alleviation of depression and anxiety.

Critical Thinking

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Numerous scientific studies cited by the Tabletop Gaming Blog indicate gaming provides a statistically significant benefit to developing critical thinking, patience, inclusion and resilience.

Engagement and Motivation

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A 2009 study published by the International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning determined gaming significantly promotes motivation and engagement in academic instruction.

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Your support goes toward the goal of bringing on full-time staff to make connections with schools, libraries, educational institutions, retailers and game developers, to marketing that will expand awareness, and to technology like this website.

Who We Are

RPGs for Teachers is a resource for educators interested in involving tabletop roleplaying games for educational purposes, created by Witch Pleas Publishing. Witch Pleas’ mission is to educate through gaming. In addition to the free resources here, we offer discounts on our educational roleplaying materials and an ever-expanding line of free games.

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