Suzanne Ensmann

Faculty online teaching Educational Technology and/or Instructional Design.

How does change occur when it comes to social injustices and crimes against

humanity? Historically, “Knowledge is power” (Bacon, 1597) is used to advance man

in ending inequalities based upon race, gender, religion, disability, and genetic origin.

 Are there still injustices committed based upon age? This capstone

project/dissertation posits that there is evidence-reflecting inequalities of justice

afforded to children.  If rights for children should be considered amongst those

protected can gaming advocacy educate in order to perpetuate change?

Given the presumption that all humans are equal, amendments protecting classes of

several people formerly discriminated against aligns with the American Constitution

upholding equality for all citizens.  Prior to legislative enactments, history

demonstrates inconsistencies afforded to these aforementioned classes. An example

of this is reflected by the determinant leading up to the Civil War.  Slavery was still

legal based upon race in the southern states but not in the northern states. In fact, not

only did perceptions and laws vary from state to state regarding race, but also based

upon gender, religion and disabilities until the Amendments to the Constitution

mandated equality for all, regardless of location of residence.  This study will

examine the potential of using Digital Game Based Learning (DGBL) to advocate for

equality to be afforded to all children also regardless of location of residence.

My grad school focus has been upon creating a game designed with the goal to teach and impact social change,

such as: iCivics, Games4Change, or European Children’s Rights Games was designed

Suzanne prioritizes family, faith, and actively participating in life! When Suzanne is not working, her focus is on: her two sons, staying fit from running marathons to triathlons, and "paying it forward" in her community. Because Suzanne is a survivor of domestic abuse and has witnessed emotional abuse of children, she is also passionate about empowering children to obtain equal rights as citizens. A desire to help others coupled with an appreciation for the value of a global education has led her to serve abroad with endeavors such as serving the poor in Haiti.