Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Gamification Podcast. Today, host Lisa is joined by Charles Stewart, a language arts teacher who has pioneered the use of games in his classroom to captivate and engage his young students.

In this episode, Charles discusses his journey into gamification, sharing insights from nearly a decade of experience in transforming traditional lessons into interactive and engaging experiences. He provides examples of how he uses games like a werewolf-inspired activity for "To Kill a Mockingbird" and even integrates Dungeons & Dragons into teaching creative writing.

Charles also delves into the challenges and successes of gamifying education, addressing concerns from parents and colleagues, and emphasizing the importance of balancing traditional learning methods with innovative game-based techniques.

The conversation further explores the role of AI in enhancing educational games and the process behind creating his own game, "Conversely," designed to stimulate meaningful conversations. Charles and Lisa discuss the potential for games to foster teamwork, communication, and creative thinking in both educational and professional settings.

Join us as we explore how gamification can revolutionize the classroom, making learning more engaging and effective for students of all ages.