Tethics - the board game
Tethics is an innovative board game designed as part of the Erasmus+ project.
It brings technology and ethics together, offering an interactive platform for players to explore real-world ethical dilemmas through role-playing and strategic gameplay. The game aims to inspire thoughtful decision-making and foster discussions on the ethical implications of modern technological advancements.
About the Tethics Board Game
The Tethics Board Game is more than just a game – it’s an educational tool that combines gameplay with ethical exploration, empowering players to navigate the complex challenges of modern technology. Designed for educators, trainers, and learners, this board game offers a dynamic approach to understanding the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI, data privacy, and technology innovation.
Game Components
The carefully crafted components of the Tethics Board Game ensure a balanced mix of strategy, learning, and fun.
- 🧩 Player Boards: Manage resources and track your progress as you take on one of four societal roles: State, Market, Research Centers, or Public.
- 🎴 Technology & Aspect Cards: Explore complex, real-world dilemmas tied to technological advancements and ethical considerations.
- 📜 Outcome Cards: See the consequences of decisions made in the game and discuss their ethical implications with fellow players.
- 📊 Importance Cards: Strategize by prioritizing values like profit, knowledge, or social welfare to guide your societal group to success.
- 🪙 Influence Tokens: Use tokens strategically to boost your score and sway in-game outcomes.
- 📖 Rulebook: A user-friendly guide for understanding and mastering the game mechanics, suitable for players of all levels.
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Trainer's Guide
The Trainer’s Guide equips educators with everything needed to facilitate the Tethics Board Game. It includes detailed instructions, discussion prompts, and additional scenarios to foster engaging and meaningful learning experiences.
📘Download Trainer’s Guide
Creator Resources
Trainers wishing to reach the next level of this tool can create their own content. You can use these file templates as examples, or create your own, and promote the topics relevant for your scenarios and actual needs.
📂 Download Blank Card Templates:
How to play the Tethics Board Game
📚 How Does It Work?
1️⃣ Choose Your Role: Play as the State, Market, Research Centers, or Public – each with its unique values and priorities.
2️⃣ Engage in Decision-Making: Draw cards, allocate resources, and debate ethical dilemmas.
3️⃣ Make an Impact: Use Influence Tokens and strategic thinking to shape outcomes.
4️⃣ Learn & Reflect: Discuss the consequences of your choices using guided questions and explore how ethics shape our technological future.
Find out more about how to play it:
Enterprise Draft Game
If you wish to see and build upon an older and more complex game version which has been archived by the team during this project, download the draft files here in English.
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Play Tethics digitally on Tabletopia! 🎮✨
We’re excited to bring Tethics to a digital platform, making it accessible to players worldwide! Dive into the world of ethical decision-making and technological dilemmas right from your computer or tablet.
Experience the Tethics Board Game in a whole new way with Tabletopia, the ultimate online platform for board gaming. Perfect for virtual classrooms, remote workshops, or a fun session with friends, the digital version retains the same engaging gameplay and interactive learning experience.
🌐 Try the Tethics Digital Board Game Now:
👉 Play Tethics on Tabletopia
Why Choose the Digital Version?
- No setup required – jump into the game instantly!
- Play with friends, colleagues, or students from anywhere in the world.
- A seamless way to integrate Tethics into virtual learning environments.
Whether you prefer the tactile experience of the physical game or the convenience of the digital platform, Tethics offers a flexible way to explore ethics in technology.
Get Involved
Encourage sharing and collaboration.
🤝 Join the Tethics Community
Have ideas for ethical dilemmas? Created your own scenarios? Share your creations and feedback with us!
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