Gaming for Democracy: New Video Game Trialed to Educate Future Voters

Students could soon engage with election video games aimed at teaching them about democracy and civic responsibilities. The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) says it launched a trial of the program in July, with plans to release it nationwide by 2025, before the next federal election. Launched under the Democracy for Schools Program, the game primarily targets schools outside of Canberra and students who cannot visit the nation’s capital for excursions. Tom Rogers, the Australian electoral commissioner, called it a significant step towards increasing understanding of Australia’s parliamentary workings. Before a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Electoral Reforms, Rogers said the AEC also expected to host around 90,000 visitors to Old Parliament House in 2024-25....