Dr Daisy Abbott

@daisyabbott.bsky.social

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Playful & Game-based learning specialist. Interdisciplinary researcher. Serious games for research skills and researcher development. SFHEA, CeLP, PhD.

Awakening - See Spirit - Djunnung Djanga - Faic Anum Joint Exhibition as part of Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 Festival Vivian “Nan Viv” Brockman Webb Mitchella Hutchins Elaine Clocherty Daisy Abbott Amanda Thomson Shannon Daly Chris Fremantle Tam McGarvey Edward House 199 Sauchiehall Street Glasgow G2 3EX 21 July - 10 August 12-4, Tues - Thurs Free See also related events in Bellahouston Park: https://events.humanitix.com/awakening-see-spirit-djunnung-djanga-faic-anum
Photograph of a lighthouse on one of the Farne Islands.
Board game showing different parts of the skin barrier and how immune cells deploy.
Awakening – See Spirit – Djunnung Djanga – Faic Anum Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 Festival Across cultures and continents this summer we invite you to join Australian First Nations Wardandi artists Vivian Brockman Webb and Mitchella Hutchins, Scottish/Australian land artist Elaine Clocherty, interdisciplinary researcher DrDaisy Abbott, (GSA) writer and artist Amanda Thomson (GSA), writer and artist Dr Chris Fremantle (EcoArtsScotland), Tam McGarvey (GalGael), Glasgow artist Shan Daly and others, as we converge for Glasgow2026 during the Commonwealth Games. We will create a large, collaborative, ephemeral land artwork at Bellahouston Park, acknowledging the First Nations Peoples of the Commonwealth. For 3 days, Vivian, Mitchella and Elaine will be working in Bellahouston Park and everyone is welcome to participate – you can help with the land art, join discussions, guided walks and celebration. Program Bookings open June 15th 2026 Humanix booking page https://events.humanitix.com/awakening-see-spirit-djunnung-djanga-faic-anum More Information https://www.elaineclocherty.com/glasgow-2026-festival
A screenshot showing a partial workflow for designing serious games aligned to learning outcomes.
Screenshot from a magazine showing an article called "Flipping the Logic" about peacegaming - to read the full text use the link in the text of this skeet.
Book cover showing the words: Natasa Pantic, Teachers as Change Agents. Theory, Research and Development
Banner that reads: The Data Sonification Awards WINNER 2026
This is a graphic recording of an online co-design workshop for BEYOND, a peace game project. It shows a mind map of two main categories, the PURPOSE of the workshop and the BRAINSTORM strategies. There are five main themes: Family Separation (in conflict zones); The Dynamic of Recruitment (of children into illegal economies); Childcare; Training; and "No Easy Wins". Family Separation has the following subthemes: Mandatory evaluations; one parent must be present with their children. Psychological pressure due to family separation. Parents joining armed forces. Feeling of inequality not having both parents. Threats of conscription. Experiencing displacement. Ill-equipped bomb shelters; lacking needs for mothers and children. Mine safety; briefings in schools. Constant drone and missile strikes. The Dynamic of Recruitment has the following subthemes: What are the socio-economic contexts in which children are raised? How does this situation push children into illegal economies? Not only armed foces but child labour including being an assistant, cooking, cleaning, deliveries, etc. Modality of recruitment including social media platforms like TikTok... Understanding the vulnerabilities in urban warfare. False promised of wealth, expensive goods, glamourous lifestyle... Indigenous organisations providing protective and preventative education programmes to challenge to 'social messaging'. Healing, reintegration and re-harmonization of children who have returned. Strengthening roles of families in avoiding dangerous dynamics with collective approach. Childcare has the following subthemes: Gendered experiences e.g. boy perceived as security risk. Lack of access to pediatric care impacting physical and mental health. Those with sensory impairments not able to notice warning signs/alerts. No Easy Win has the following subthemes: Less legal approach is more effective. Who are the different actors? Civil society, church, religious groups. [truncated]
Page 1 of Policy Briefing booklet. The text reads: Key policy findings 1. Use trauma-informed, racially literate approaches to exploring colonial history, centring multiple voices over singular narratives. 2. Resource public parks, libraries, and museums as essential belonging spaces for all. 3. Use inclusive, varied methods (e.g., tactile, visual) to make heritage engagement accessible to diverse communities. Summary The 1938 Empire Exhibition was one of Scotland’s largest public events, yet its history is now largely absent from Glasgow’s collective memory. For today’s diverse communities, particularly people seeking asylum, migrants, people of colour, and young people, the legacies of empire continue to shape experiences of identity, representation, safety, and belonging. Understanding how people make sense of these narratives has clear implications for heritage, culture, equalities, integration, and anti-racism policy. This document summarises a new understanding of how Scottish people interpret colonial history (specifically in Glasgow) and what this means for heritage, culture, equalities, and anti-racism policy. It will: • Present clear accessible insights from research workshops in 2025 • Highlight participants’ voices, lived experiences, and emotional responses • Communicate 3 core themes relevant to heritage, anti-racism and equalities policy Core Themes • Growing Racial Literacy and Shifting Understanding • Healing, Safety, and Wellbeing • Belonging and Everyday Infrastructures Conversations addressing colonial history can support racial literacy, wellbeing, and belonging in Glasgow today; when handled carefully and in partnership with those most affected. Further information This policy briefing draws on insights from “Decolonising the British Empire Exhibition of 1938 through Augmented Reality Narratives”. Contact Dr Daisy Abbott at d.abbott@gsa.ac.uk or visit https://sit.gsa.ac.uk/project/decolonising-augmented-reality for more information.
Playful learning Conference logo with the text "Into the Woods"
Poster with QR codes. Text reads Empire Retold: Bellahouston A.R. Free mobile phone app to explore Bellahouston Park.
Logo for Playful Learning conference showing a pacman ghost hiding in some trees. The conference theme is "Into the Woods".
Ceasefire: a toolkit for trainers and educators. Title page showing a range of people interacting with the Ceasefire toolkit.
Extract from policy briefing document showing quotes on the topic of increased racial literacy.
Digital badge with the text STEM Ambassador, 100 Hours of Engagement
Poster text reads: I volunteered! Between 1st February 2025 and 31st January 2026, I volunteered to help inspire Scotland's next generation in STEM.
Finished puzzle from Clues By Sam
A pixellated pacman ghost peeking out from behind a tree.
Title screen of Empire Retold interactive application.
Photo of some cards from Komsha, a game for creating empathy with South Sudanese refugees using traditional dishes. Game by https://actegypt.org/tool-kits/
Photo of mapping benefits and barriers to participation in a research project.
Photo of the launch event for ceasefire serious game.
A poster with text reading: Just over one week left until we launch the CEASEFIRE! peace game project at University of Glasgow on 7 November 2025. The main event takes place 2-3 pm GMT. This will be followed by a reception and a chance to play-test the game (for those in person). All are welcome. Join us in the Advanced Research Centre University of Glasgow or online. Email Rebecca.sutton@glasgow.ac.uk for Zoom link. w/ Education Evolved Ltd. Daisy Abbott & Sarah Ahmad, supported by UofGGamesLab.
Poster for an exhibition called Empire Retold: Augmented Reality Narratives. The poster text reads: Empire Retold: Augmented Reality Narratives, 6 - 15 November 2025, 10:00 - 19:30 (drop in), Advanced Research Centre (ARC), The University of Glasgow, G11 6EW. There are two logos, one for the School of Innovation and Technology, Glasgow School of Art. The second logo is the Being Human Festival 2025. There is an image in the background that shows a 3D model of the 1938 British Empire Exhibition that was held in Bellahouston Park, Glasgow. Overlaid onto this image is a pink glowing path, leading you into the scene and a partial view of some archival images of Tait's Tower. Being Human Festival (6 – 15 November) is the UK’s national festival of the humanities. Browse the full #BeingHuman2025 programme now: https://beinghumanfestival.org/festival-events
Photograph of game components in a paper prototype
Archive photo of The Colonial Everyday - an exhibition inside the Colonial Pavilion at the 1938 Empire Exhibition in Bellahouston Park, Glasgow.
A photo of my hands and phone screen whilst viewing historical images of the Empire Exhibition of 1938 through a mobile phone Augmented Reality app. The image shows Atlantic Restaurant, aligned with the foundation stone of the exhibition.
Poster advertising the Empire Retold Bellahouston AR app with QR codes to scan to download the app.
QR codes to scan for downloading the Empire Retold app.
5 cards from a card deck which aims to show the wide range of opinions about colonial history.
preview of cards from a 'polyvocality' card deck related to decolonising the Empire Exhibition of 1938.
Screenshot from an augmented reality app which overlays historical images of the 1938 Empire Exhibition with geo-located places within Bellahouston Park.
Poster image for an exhibition called Empire Retold: other voices from the British Empire Exhibition Garnethill Gallery Thursday 17 July 2025 – Saturday 9 August 2025 It shows five different representations of The Tower of Empire (a.k.a. Tait's Tower) which was the centrepiece of the exhibition in 1938.
Photo of me wearing a t-shirt that says "Aye welcome refugees" from Scottish refugee council.
Sunburst diagram from the research paper which shows attitudes towards game-based approaches for teaching research skills.
Back of a card. Text reads Neurodiversity Attribute Cards
Photograph of me, Daisy Abbott, holding the printed and bound copy of my PhD. The spine says D.A.H Abbott PhD 2025.
Graphical abstract of the second game design workshop focussing on world-building, characters, and dialogue for a game about building a humanitarian corridor.
Drawing of a hand holding a videogame controller and making a peace sign.
Photo of cards from a tabletop game and the title "Empirical study of a game to teach research skills."
Pink poster where the text reads: "Neurodiversity celebration Week March 17 - 23, 2025. Neurodiversity celebration week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences."
White text on blue background which reads: Neurodiversity Celebration Week aims to transform how neurodiversity is perceived by providing the opportunity to recognise the many skills and talents of neurodivergent individuals. March 17 - 23, 2025
A pile of books with colourful page stickers in them. It looks like a lot of work...
Two researchers holding ipads discussing a 3d digital model of the Tower of Empire, (aka Tait's Tower) that is projected on a large screen. Research by the Glasgow School of Art.
STEM Ambassador in Scotland Week 2025 Digital Badge. Text says "I volunteered!"
Photograph showing the cover of a book called Pedagodzilla: Exploring the Realm of Pedagogy by Mark Childs, Rebecca Ferguson, Mike Collins, and Elizabeth Ellis. The photo shows lots of tabs in the pages of the book.
A card from the InfoDumps academic game.
A photo of a tabletop game with cards laid out to represent doing a research degree along with events cards posing risks to activities. Photo also shows the game box. The game is called How to Fail Your Research Degree.
Game cards from How to Fail Your Research Degree showing research activities undertaken by postgraduate students.
Example mapping of methods and methodologies.
Photo of learning mechanics as part of a serious game jam.
A badge for STEM Ambassador 30 hours of engagement 2023/2024
My truth and dare cards. Truth reads "ask forgiveness not permission."
You really Brighton up the place.