Art Game-Based Learning Motivation 
eSchool News
JUNE 27, 2025
That’s where game-based learning comes in. Meanwhile, video games are already one of the most familiar and compelling forms of media for students–so why not use them as a learning platform? When done right, it can radically change how students learn and retain essential skills. That fuels teamwork.
Edsurge
JUNE 11, 2025
By positioning code as a creative tool, educators can tap into students' intrinsic motivation while simultaneously building computational thinking skills. According to Amy Patterson, Chief Program Officer at Urban Arts, “We’re not just teaching video games. This inclusivity is intentional. It’s about being active and engaged.
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Teach Thought
JULY 10, 2025
Since it encourages internal motivation through an outwardly-created set of circumstances, gamification sits at the awkward intersection of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Share a pic or an update and watch the ‘likes’ roll in, each one like a point in a game. The rest are sent to vocational school.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 23, 2023
When teachers turn a lesson or tough-to-teach concept into a motivational gamed or use a fun competition to teach new concepts, students become immersed in their learning and are often more engaged–meaning they’re more likely to retain information. and Prodigy to gamify her instruction and motivate students.
Edsurge
MAY 9, 2023
Gamified elements like points, coins, badges or topping a leaderboard are like “jolts of caffeine,” claims Manuj Dhariwal, which can take focus away from real learning, or creating projects online. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. The idea is to keep learners motivated in a class.
Edsurge
MAY 10, 2021
Games can be particularly effective for engaging learners, promoting active participation and motivating students, both in and outside of the classroom. Educators have long used games to promote learning and deepen student understanding of subject matter. Arpit Jain This was the impetus for SplashLearn.
eSchool News
JANUARY 30, 2023
We expect this to motivate schools to create more flexible, active learning spaces that can be modified to fit a wide variety of learning needs. This will include the addition of modular pieces, tech-enabled learning areas, and a variety of different seating options to ensure student comfort and encourage movement.
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