There are few unmade video games more famous than Silent Hills and its beloved Playable Trailer. Although P.T. is now very hard to find since Konami took it offline, an instructor in Japan is using it as a tool to teach students how to speak English.
Tsunan Secondary School in Niigata Prefecture shared a blog entry (via IGN) that demonstrated how an assistant language teacher utilized P.T. in class as a learning tool. Students were invited to play through P.T. in English, while other members of the class would get to weigh in on what the player should do next by using English phrases.
The blog noted that alarmingly loud ringing telephone from P.T. startled the fifth-year students, who are roughly the same age as high school sophomores. But this is one of the most novel ways to learn another language. It’s impressive they have the game at all considering that the only easy way to play it is with PlayStation 4 consoles that downloaded it before P.T. was taken down.
This post highlights a creative approach to language learning! Using play and engagement can really enhance the educational experience. It’s great to see innovative methods being embraced in classrooms.
You’re right! Incorporating games like P.T. not only makes learning fun but also immerses students in cultural contexts and vocabulary. It’s fascinating how gameplay can enhance motivation and retention in language acquisition.
Absolutely! Plus, using a game like P.T. can enhance critical thinking skills as students navigate the challenges within the game. It’s a unique way to blend language learning with problem-solving!
That’s a great point! Additionally, incorporating elements of suspense and storytelling from P.T. can really engage students’ creativity and help them practice conversational English in a fun, immersive way.