OTHER GAMES
OTHER GAMES
An Enjoyable Challenge
A fast-paced game that challenges professionals to use plain language when talking to patients and service-users. Invented by Dr Victoria Rodulson to help staff communicate more clearly. Dr Jargon is widely used within the NHS.
You can buy licences for existing versions from as little as £4.99.
Genomics is full of jargon. Dr Jargon is a fun, but structured way to practice explaining complex terms without using jargon.
Dr Michelle Bishop, Health Education England.
Dr Jargon is an enjoyable and effective way to improve communication in any organisation. It is a practical bite-sized educational resource for busy staff and students.
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How does Dr Jargon work?
Dr Jargon can be played by anyone, anywhere and on any device. Works through a web browser and takes minutes to play. Anyone can organise a game for between 3-8 players.
Fast-paced
Fun and competitive
More difficult than it looks
Players must describe words and phrases to their teammates without using jargon. They do this against the clock and if they use any jargon they get ‘busted’. It is a practical educational tool enables players to assess their knowledge and develop their understanding. It's hard to describe something that you don't understand.
When they use long words, I worry there is something very serious wrong with me.
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How do I get Dr Jargon?
You can buy printed copies of Dr Jargon or you can buy a licence for the online version. A licence gives you unrestricted use of Dr Jargon for a fixed time:
- 1 month: £4.99 (inc VAT) An individual licence valid for 1 month. Ideal if you want to use Dr Jargon for meetings and social events.
- 1 year: £24.99 (inc VAT) An individual annual licence if you plan to use Dr Jargon more regularly.
- Organisation (Contact us to learn more) An annual licence to use Dr Jargon across your organisation.
Current versions to buy
We have new versions of Dr Jargon in the pipeline. Here are the current versions to enjoy immediately:
Paediatrics
Encourages health professionals to use simple,
jargon-free language when discussing common paediatric terminology.
Such
as: Appendicitis, Bronchiolitis, Cystic Fibrosis & Epilepsy.
Genomics
Encourages health professionals to use simple,
jargon-free language when discussing common genomics terminology.
Such as:
Chromosome, Genetic heterogeneity, RNA & Phenotype.
Obstetrics
Encourages health professionals to use simple,
jargon-free language when discussing common obstetric terminology.
Such
as: Abortion, In Vitro Fertilization, Lactation & Perineal Tear.
Gynaecology
Encourages health professionals to use simple,
jargon-free language when discussing common gynaecological terminology.
Such
as: Cervicitis, Chlamydia, Ovarian Cyst, Vaginismus & Vulvectomy.
Printed versions
Dr Jargon is available as a printed card game.
Prices exclude VAT and delivery
dr jargon: Paediatrics
£14.99
dr jargon: Genomics
£14.99
Create your own version
Create your own unique multi-player game that challenges frontline staff to use jargon-free language. We can create a new version of Dr Jargon that addresses any topic where jargon is a barrier to clarity. It will take less than 4 weeks to develop, and the package includes:
- Bespoke game addressing the topic you choose.
- Includes your logo/branding.
- Unlimited users.
- Hosted and maintained by Focus Games.
Please contact us to discuss the development of a customised version of Dr Jargon for your organisation.