28TH NOV 2025
Games Design Lecturer Sunday Adams to Share Research at Joint Conference on Serious Games in Switzerland
Our Associate Lecturer in Games Design and Development Computing, Sunday Adams, has had his paper accepted for presentation at the Joint Conference on Serious Games (JCSG), taking place at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Switzerland from 4–5 December 2025.
The conference brings together researchers, educators, and industry professionals working in the field of serious games. This year’s theme focuses on projects designed for specialised target audiences, such as children, elderly citizens, or minorities vs majorities.
Sunday’s paper provides an overview of an innovative augmented reality (AR) card game designed for children. It explores how combining physical and digital card play can enhance learning experiences and support cognitive development.
Sunday Adams shared: "I submitted my paper to JCSG because I’m passionate about exploring how Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality can be used as effective tools in learning, and not just for entertainment, particularly for younger students. I find it fascinating how immersive technologies can make abstract concepts tangible and spark curiosity in ways traditional methods often can’t.
Attending this conference is exciting for me because it’s a chance to connect with other researchers and practitioners who are pushing the boundaries in this field. Beyond my own learning, I’m looking forward to bringing back insights and connections that can benefit our students at the college, helping them engage with new ideas and prepare for a world where these technologies are becoming increasingly important.
Conferences like JCSG are not just about presenting research, they’re about inspiration, collaboration, and seeing how innovative approaches in education and technology can truly make a difference."
Our Head of School Computing, Debbie Woodward, shared: "We are delighted to see Sunday’s work recognised on an international stage. His research demonstrates how innovative technologies can transform education and create meaningful learning experiences for young people. This achievement not only highlights the quality of research within our department but also opens doors for future collaborations and curriculum development. We look forward to building on this success to ensure our students are at the forefront of emerging trends in games design and immersive technologies."
Sunday demonstrates how Gloucestershire College continues to champion creativity and technology in education through research and collaboration. We would like to congratulate Sunday on this achievement, and we can't wait to follow up with him after the conference.
