EDUCATIONAL TOOLS
Venture Valley is an award-winning business simulation and innovation education game recognized for its excellence and impact in teaching financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Honors include a 2025 Best Entrepreneurship Education award (Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards), a Silver Anthem Award for mission-driven work, and awards from The Webby Awards, Serious Play, Tech & Learning, and the International Educational Games Competition at the European Conference on Games-Based Learning.
These Venture Valley educational tools help students discover and develop their entrepreneurial spirit by exploring the core concepts explored in the Venture Valley game. Digital resources – including classroom activities, a video topic series, and educator guides – align to learning standards across multiple disciplines including English language arts, math, business, and financial literacy.
A recent academic report by Dr. Sepideh Kaffash, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Information Systems and Operations Management at Suffolk University, and Dr. Stephanie Couch, Executive Director of the Lemelson-MIT Program found that:
- 85% said the game helped them better understand business and entrepreneurship in a risk-free setting.
- 89% said the game helped them learn about the impact of resources and resource allocation.
- 83% reported increased knowledge of financial decision-making.
- 87% reported collaborating with teammates to make decisions or overcome challenges.
- 76% said playing the game encouraged them to consider a career in business, entrepreneurship, or innovation.
These findings complement a 2024 study by renowned research firm Dubit, which found that:
- 80% of surveyed players said Venture Valley effectively teaches entrepreneurship
- 82% stated they could imagine themselves as successful entrepreneurs after playing, showcasing the game’s significant impact on student learning and confidence.
Video Education Tools
Venture Valley’s educational videos are designed to enhance the understanding of business principles.
Educator Videos
Classroom Activities
