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Game Based Learning Theory

INTRODUCTION

Definition

What is it?

Game based learning theory is based on the idea of incorporating key concepts from recreational gaming into the classroom to promote immersion and engagement

Student Benefits

Increased engagement in subject material

Change of pace from traditional assignments and techniques

How it benefits the student

Level of familiarity and comfort based upon student's prior knowledge

Teacher Benefits

Increases student engagement

How it Benefits the Teacher

Highly customizable and reusable

Utilizes the benefits of the varied learning theory

How it works

Game based learning is, basically, learning through games. While this may sound odd at first, when done correctly it can be extremely effective.

Examples

Popular Games Already Used

Math Blaster

Civilization

Oregon Trail

Teaches Customizable Math Skills

Teaches World History

Teaches Pattern Recognition

Teaches History

Teaches Basic Economics

Improves engagement

Teaches Geography

Improves Cultural Awareness

Improves Retention

Teaches Basic Math Skills

Improves Higher Order Thinking and Planning Skills

Teaches Higher Order Critical Thinking Skills

Expert Opinions and Research

Expert Opinions

There have been numerous studies on the effects of game based learning, most of which show great promise.

The Research

What the Experts Say....

Generally, games provide a meaningful environment for problem-based learning. The ability to

solve problems is one of the most important features of human skills (Kiili 2005)

http://www.savie.ca/sage/articles/940_300027-kiili-2005.pdf

Students work toward a goal, choosing actions and experiencing the consequences of those actions. They actively learn and practice the right way to do things. The result is active learning instead of passive learning. (Cahill 2014)

https://thelearningcounsel.com/article/why-game-based-learning

You often hear these skills—such as collaboration, problem solving, communication and critical thinking—referred to as higher-order thinking skills or 21st-century skills or future-ready skills. The exciting thing about game-based learning is that students are practicing these types of skills all the time when they play games. (Anderson 2019)

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2019-02-04-game-based-learning-is-changing-how-we-teach-here-s-why

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