Who Am I? Race Awareness Game 2.0

Who Am I? Race Awareness Game 2.0

Playtime Interactive – Freeware – iOS
out of 17 votes
Latest Version
2.0

Unmask the Truth with 'Who Am I?': A Thought-Provoking Experience

Boris Weber

'Who Am I?' is an engaging and interactive game by Playtime Interactive that challenges players to explore and embrace race and identity in a fun yet insightful format.
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This two-player game developed by Dr. Michael Baran, a cultural anthropologist at Harvard University, focuses on initiating conversations about human physical diversity and racial identification in a thoughtful manner. The gameplay involves deducing a selected target picture through a series of 'yes or no' questions, encouraging players to consider aspects of race and diversity.

  • Awarded a spot among the top 100 products for parents, teachers, and kids by Common Sense Media.
  • Has been prominently featured in Parents Magazine, CNN, NY Times, Slate, Wired, and Katie Couric.

Key Features:

  • Includes over 150 captivating photographs representing individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Offers more than 60 practical tips on discussing race with children effectively.
  • Promotes the development of deductive reasoning and communication skills through engaging gameplay.

The importance of addressing race with children is emphasized, underlining the necessity to foster open dialogues on this topic early on. By utilizing innovative methods to educate about race, the game aims to promote respect, understanding, and empathy towards all individuals.

Overview

Who Am I? Race Awareness Game is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Playtime Interactive.

The latest version of Who Am I? Race Awareness Game is 2.0, released on 04/28/2024. It was initially added to our database on 04/28/2024.

Who Am I? Race Awareness Game runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Who Am I? Race Awareness Game gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Engaging and interactive way to learn about race and diversity
  • Promotes discussion and awareness about racial identities
  • Suitable for various age groups, making it a versatile educational tool
  • Creative gameplay encourages critical thinking and empathy
  • Can be used in classrooms or community workshops to facilitate conversations about race

Cons

  • May not cover all aspects of race comprehensively
  • Some users may find the gameplay elements distracting from the core message
  • Could be sensitive or triggering for some individuals depending on their backgrounds
  • Digital format may limit access for users without technology
  • Potential for misinterpretation of the game's intentions or messages

Boris Weber

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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