ABOUT AUTHORITY
"Authority" is a game-based educational tool, meticulously crafted within the esteemed halls of Samsun University under the auspices of the TÜBİTAK 3005 project, numbered 222K176. This application, available for free on Android devices (with an iOS version forthcoming), serves as a portal to the profound realms of political theory. Within its digital embrace, dialogues derived from the primary sources of 22 thinkers—eight of whom are Turkish—are interwoven into an engaging game narrative. This design invites not only students of Political Science but also all who are enchanted by the intricacies of political theory to partake in its enlightening journey.
Learn while having fun
The game unfolds upon a virtual board, where each square is a gateway to the minds of illustrious thinkers. Players, numbering between two and six, traverse this intellectual landscape, encountering dialogues that challenge their understanding and wit. Success in these exchanges bestows licenses upon the victors, symbolizing mastery over specific ideological domains. Collecting all licenses within a particular school of thought elevates a player to the esteemed status of "ECOLE," granting them the privilege of earning double points from visitors who tread upon their intellectual territory. The dialogues, each meticulously crafted with a single correct response amidst artful distractions, serve as both challenge and enlightenment. A misstep results in a gentle dismissal, with the thinker bidding the player farewell, leaving them to ponder and return with renewed insight. Through this dynamic interplay, "Otorite" transforms the study of political theory into an engaging odyssey, where learning intertwines seamlessly with the art of play. Embark upon this journey, and discover that the realms of political thought are neither as arduous nor as tedious as they may seem. Within the world of "Otorite," education and entertainment converge, inviting you to explore, learn, and ascend to new heights of understanding.
