Agents of Influence is a Game-Changer
Teach students how to be informed decision-makers.
A Game That Empowers
Agents of Influence is a spy-themed media literacy game, particularly focusing on overcoming information disorder and helping students make informed decisions. The game develops skills in research, analysis, respectful conversations and responsible decision-making.
Real World Skills
The game is designed to develop crucial skills in students that are not traditionally taught in schools.
Engagement Through Gameplay
The game uses a narrative adventure structure to create a captivating and interactive learning experience
Flexible Integration
Use the game can be incorporated into classrooms, library periods, extracurricular events and more!
Calling all agents!
We need pilots.
Help inform a generation of responsible digital natives.
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Give students a chance develop essential skills such as research, analysis, productive conversations, and responsible decision-making,
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Contribute feedback to the game's development, helping ensure it meets your specific educational needs.
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Access to paid content for the game for a year at no cost.
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Minimum Commitment: Play the game for one hour with your students and give feedback through a brief debrief with the team.
Participate in a Study
You can help by participating in one or more of the research studies conducted by our partners.
SRI Usability Studies
December 2024 and October 2025
Compensation: $50 per teacher, $25 per student
Join us on a Zoom call for one hour to give feedback on playability and what you’re learning through Agents of Influence!
SRI Feasibility Studies
February 2025 and May 2025
Compensation: $125 per teacher, $25 per student (who participates in a focus group)
Use Agents of Influence in your classroom for a minimum of 2 hours over 2-6 weeks. This is a detailed study to see how students are engaging with the game, things they are learning and how it serves your goals. It includes keeping a log and elements such as classroom observations and focus groups.
All of these studies will be in collaboration with Stanford Social Media Lab for further research
Randomized Controlled Trials
January 2026 – June 2026
Compensation: $250 per teacher, $25 per student (who participates in a focus group)
Use Agents of Influence in your classroom for 2-4 months. This is a detailed study to see how students are engaging with the game, things they are learning and how it serves your goals. It includes keeping a log and elements such as classroom observations, student focus groups and teacher interviews.
