Odds and Ends: “When you Play the Odds, This is how it Ends” Youth Workshop
We follow Charlie, a seventeen-year-old high school student, who learns the hard way that people they know are being adversely affected by gambling. Charlie is affected by the gambling activities of their friend, Zorah, and teacher, Mr. Sal Rantzen. The interactive video explores various forms of gambling, focusing on key points like lost graduation funds, rumors, and the impact on individuals and relationships. Throughout the video, characters have health meters that resemble those in video games. The health meters symbolize the broader impact of gambling harms on an entire community, even when not everyone directly participates in the activity. The aim of the video is to encourage youth to engage in conversations about Charlie’s emotions and experiences.
Workshop Features
Objectives
- To support youths’ understanding of what gambling is (its many types, how it motivates, and possible outcomes/consequences).
- To give youth the tools to critically think about the impacts of gambling (on the individual who gambles, their loved ones, and on the community at large).
- To foster an awareness of interconnectedness – the well-being of the whole relies on the well-being of each individual.
- To provide youth with accessible resources on how to support themselves and loved ones and act if/when necessary.
Intended Outcomes
- Have a clear understanding of what gambling is
- Feel empowered to make informed choices when it comes to gambling
- Know how to reach out for support
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find “Odds and Ends, When You Play the Odds, This How It Ends” Workshop materials?
Everything you need to run the workshop is on this webpage. Look on the left side for buttons that say things like “Facilitation PDFs,” “Tech Support PDF,” “Scene Maps,” and “Additional Handouts.” If you’re doing the workshop online or in person, you’ll find interactive activities called H5P at the bottom left. If you want to do the workshop at your own pace, you’ll find that option at the bottom right.
How do I navigate the H5P Workshop?
In the drop down below, you will find the H5P slides to facilitate the workshop in person and on-line. For more detailed information and support, refer to the tech guide. For the self-paced version of the workshop, start by clicking on “Start the Workshop,” The workshop content will guide you through each scene and activity.
Do I need to use the paid versions of application tools such as Google Meet, Zoom, Miroboard, and/or Jamboard?
You do not require a paid version account for Google Meet and Jamboard. Please refer to the Tech Support guide for in-depth instructions on free vs. paid versions of various tele-conferencing and other application tools to determine which suits your needs best..
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