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Dungeons & Dragons: Unveiling the Narrative Power of a Popular Culture Phenomenon From Satanic Panic to Leadership Renaissance

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This article explores the transformative potential of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) in leadership learning, tracing the game's evolution from the 1980s satanic panic to its current mainstream popularity. We highlight practical applications in educational settings and address critiques related to game mechanics and historical biases. By integrating D&D (or other Tabletop Role-Playing Games) into leadership curricula, practitioners can leverage engaging narratives to cultivate leadership skills and prepare students to navigate complex, real-world scenarios.

Source: New Directions for Student Leadership

DOI: 10.1002/yd.20657

Authors: Joe Lasley, Antonio Ruiz‐Ezquerro, Amanda Giampetro

Institutions: University of Southern Maine, Florida State University

Language: English

Topic: Educational Games and Gamification

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4408245808

FWCI: 2.003

Cites: 31

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10