Prototype of a card game for learning and practicing chords : A Creative work project/A production of teaching tool

Abstract

The creative work project of “Prototype of a Card Game for Learning and Practicing Chords” aims to study methods for helping students in order to learn and practice chords effectively and actively, and the card games and teaching tools that are music related and non-music related. By combining the information and analysis from both studies, the playtest sessions took place, and the prototype of the game was developed. The prototype of the game consisted of card decks (67 cards in total: 21 Natural Note cards, 20 Accidentals cards, 21 Chord Hero cards, 1 Special card, and 4 Basic Chord Chart cards), tokens and game rule sheets. The product prototype had been submitted to be patented and trademarked. The prototype of the game hoped to obtain these following benefits: 1) students would learn music theory and chords better; 2) create a positive competition environment that urges the students to use their creativity and knowledge in order to solve the assigned problems; and 3) arduous music theory exercises or assignments are transformed into a game playing atmosphere that students can enjoy with friends and family.