8-12 YAŞ GRUBU ÇOCUKLARA ÇEVRE BİLİNCİ KAZANDIRILMASINDA OYUN TASARIMININ ROLÜ

Game is one of the important methods that support the development of children for centuries and can contribute to their learning easily. Early ages are the periods when children are most open to learning. Researches show that games play a big role in child development. This indicates that the game method can be used as an educational tool in education. From this point of view, it is understood that the game method and relevant tools can also be used to raise environmental awareness as it can be used in all fields. The game design increases the interest and motivation in raising awareness and provides the memorability of what is learned. This study examines the contribution of game design to raising environmental awareness. Accordingly, an example of computer-aided game was developed to raise environmental awareness in individuals in their early childhood period based on the data obtained. The data and form of game design were produced by the researchers. Based on the data obtained in the process of study, solution recommendations were developed for the researchers who will conduct a similar study in a way that they can follow when designing a game and adapt the game to older age groups.