Immersed Games
Immersed Games' Tyto Online offers a comprehensive middle school science curriculum through game-based learning, featuring inclusive and culturally responsive content that enhances STEM engagement and critical 21st-century skills.
Company Overview
Immersed Games is the creator of Tyto Online, a web-based platform designed for middle school science education. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum accessible on Chromebooks, complete with pre-built storylines centered around authentic problems. By focusing on developing critical 21st-century skills, Tyto Online aims to provide an engaging and inclusive learning experience.
Science Curriculum and Topics
Tyto Online covers a wide range of middle school science topics including Nature of Science & Inquiry, Cells to Organisms, Ecology, Growth & Genetics, Natural Selection & Adaptations, Weather & Climate, and Earth's Systems. The platform employs a variety of activities to reinforce learning, such as investigating 'zombie ants,' creating planets in a sandbox environment, and solving food shortages through genetics.
Game-Based Learning Approach
Unlike traditional gamified learning, Tyto Online employs a game-based learning approach where the gameplay itself constitutes the learning activity. This method has proven effective, with research indicating a 12% increase in Science & Engineering Practices among students and a 50% increase in STEM engagement. The platform's design is research-based and aims to be inclusive, culturally responsive, and engaging for all students, including those from marginalized groups.
Teacher Tools and Support
Tyto Online provides a variety of tools and resources to aid educators. These include a teacher dashboard for class management, content assignment, and tracking student progress. The platform also offers a content authoring tool, teacher guides, and supplemental worksheets. Additionally, professional development courses are available to help educators maximize the platform's potential.
Collaborations and Grants
Tyto Online benefits from the support of various districts and organizations. The platform has received grants from prestigious institutions such as the National Science Foundation, the Department of Education, MIT Solve, Overdeck Family Foundation, and AT&T. These collaborations help in the continuous improvement and expansion of the platform's capabilities.
Flexible Workplace and Benefits
Immersed Games offers flexible work schedules, equity stock options, health spending accounts, and generous time off for its team members. These benefits aim to create a positive and productive work environment, ensuring that the team behind Tyto Online remains innovative and motivated.