The developers behind Kerbal Space Program are teaming up with TeacherGaming to create KerbalEdu, an educational add-on to the rocket-launching game. An early access version of this tool is now available.
“KerbalEdu is going to help players do more than just dream of the stars in their classroom. It’s going to give them the tools to learn how to reach them,” TeacherGaming CEO Santeri Koivisto said. “Squad is a great partner and a believer in our mission to use games to help educate the next generation of students.”
What will teachers be able to pass on to their students? The still-early list can be seen below.
- Metric system and other systems for easier data comparison and integration with other school topics
- UI alterations to include analyzer and data collector tools for easier data gathering, data summarization and problem solving with ship designs
- Premade lessons that introduce or need a specific scientific method or formula to be solved, such as a rocket with too small of an engine needing more thrust
- Valuable materials outside of the actual game, but with heavy connections to it, that help educators drive home important lessons
The educational version of Kerbal Space Program can be bought at a discounted price by interested schools.
