The WHO Country Office in Turkmenistan is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to participate in the beta testing of an innovative educational tool – Immune Patrol. This digital, game-based education package is designed to enhance health literacy among 10-12-year-olds, focusing on vaccines and the immune system.

Why Volunteer?
– Contribute to a project that promotes health education and immunization awareness.
– Help optimize an educational tool that has already shown promise in pre-tests across the WHO European Region.
– Play a crucial role in refining the game’s language and content for the benefit of Turkmen-speaking students.

Links for more information:
1. Immune Patrol Beta Webpage https://immune-patrol.dev.seriousgames.net/
2. Game-based learning platform Immune Patrol increases children’s knowledge of infectious diseases and vaccination https://www.who.int/europe/news-room/photo-stories/item/game-based-learning-platform-immune-patrol-increases-children-s-knowledge-of-infectious-diseases-and-vaccination#:~:text=diseases%20and%20vaccination-,Game%2Dbased%20learning%20platform%20Immune%20Patrol%20increases%20children’s,of%20infectious%20diseases%20and%20vaccination&text=WHO%20has%20launched%20a%20pilot,immune%20system%2C%20outbreaks%20and%20vaccines
3. Boosting immunization knowledge in Turkmenistan’s schools https://www.who.int/europe/news-room/photo-stories/item/boosting-immunization-knowledge-in-turkmenistan-s-schools.
4. WHO Supports Health Education in Turkmenistan https://turkmenistan.un.org/en/257954-who-supports-health-education-turkmenistan-conducting-immunization-sessions-secondary-school.

• Access the game at Immune Patrol beta webpage.
• Choose the Turkmen version by selecting the Turkmen flag.
• Create a profile using your personal email address.
• Engage with the game, identifying any language errors, typos, or gameplay issues.

Your insights will be invaluable in ensuring the Immune Patrol is an effective and error-free educational resource. If you’re interested in making a difference and meet the criteria above, please join us in this exciting opportunity to shape the future of health education in Turkmenistan.

Educational Background: A degree in Biology, Education, or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Prior experience in game testing, experience in educational settings or working with children is a plus.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of biology and passion for science education.
Excellent attention to detail to spot errors and inconsistencies.
Good communication skills to report issues and provide constructive feedback.
Patience and persistence in testing games repeatedly.
Ability to understand and empathize with the target audience (children).