The ARGOSI framework

What is the ARGOSI framework?

Software The ARG engine

Set of reusable ARG components Narrative Graphics Challenges

Guidelines for use

The ARG engineFree open-source software Developed in Ruby on Rails (need to have some

expertise in Ruby, MySQL) Can be deployed to any compatible server Can be freely modified and customised

Delivers ARG elements Challenge management User management and leader board Discussion forums and messaging

User and admin functionality

ViolaQuest

www.violaquest.org

Narrative structureOverarching storyline Regular plot points when challenges released

Customisable sub-plots Related to learning outcome sets

Customising overarching narrativeCreate regular plot points

Use plot devices to support engagement Completing a pattern Discovering a truth Journeying with a character

Relate to local environment e.g. Manchester and the linen industry

Opportunity to link with local organisations

Graphical elementsCustomisable elements Letter Typewritten instructions Diary pages Map Blueprints

ChallengesLinked to learning goals

Online and offline

Individual and group

Increasing levels of difficulty

Range of ways to provide evidence

Getting the right mix for learning

Completing Competition

Storyline Puzzle-solving

Community Creativity

Good practice guideOngoing as we learn more

Handbook for implementation Using the ARGOSI framework Marketing guidance Guidance on use of external sites

Research findings from ARGOSI