Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2020

It’s called Game Based Learning (GBL). It simply means teachers include games in their lesson plans to teach curricular concepts. By using the games kids already love–want to play–GBL has an opportunity to turn students into lifelong learners who enjoy learning. More on Game-based Learning.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

I have to do a lot of the same strategic thinking that I enjoyed doing in that game.” He also ponders whether games can both teach and measure 21st-century skills, considers the barriers to a broader use of GBL in schools and discusses the not-so-mysterious motivational power of Pokemon. EdSurge: First things first.

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eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2024

Gimkit: Gimkit is a game-based learning platform where teachers can create learning games or quizzes that students play in real-time. Designed to increase student engagement, Gimkit integrates features like power-ups and in-game currency that can be used to enhance the learning experience or review material.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

eGFI: Engineering Go For It : Resources, games, and lesson plans to inspire K-12 students about engineering and technology careers. Tyto Online : A game-based learning platform for middle and high schoolers to explore science concepts through simulations.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Bannan Schools offer tips on setting up hands-on learning in all kinds of spaces. By Karen J.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

“The materials are well organized, easy to use, and completely customizable to help teachers build media literacy and critical thinking skills in our students.”. This problem-based approach helps develop critical thinking and communication skills, with students assimilating concepts effortlessly. and Canada.

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eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2025

This new offering integrates AI Assist, an advanced tool designed to save teachers time and elevate student engagement through AI-generated quiz-based activities and assessments. Designing effective quizzes takes timeespecially when crafting well-balanced multiple-choice questions with plausible wrong answers to encourage critical thinking.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

In our K-4 buildings, our goal is to integrate technology into the curriculum and enhance the lesson, activity or the critical thinking skills of the student, not just to use technology. Since then, each year during the ‘Hour of Code’ I take the opportunity to introduce all grade levels to coding.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

In our K-4 buildings, our goal is to integrate technology into the curriculum and enhance the lesson, activity or the critical thinking skills of the student, not just to use technology. Game-based learning programs like CodeMonkey are usually their first experience with coding that introduces the problem-based learning mindset.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

Improved cognitive development Other studies have found games that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving can improve students ability to process and retain information–essential components of literacy education. Many educational games fall into this category.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2024

Key points: Putting play into lessons is easy if teachers get creative 4 keys for unlocking student curiosity and critical thinking 6 trends to watch in K-12 schools in 2024 For more news on play in learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As a longtime educator, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible benefits that play can have in a K–8 classroom. (..)

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Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2024

Critical Skills in the Age of AI Which skills is the natural next question. Power Skills, which include creativity, collaboration, resilience, leadership and critical thinking , make all other skills more effective. Students learn critical skills through NXTLVL's game-based learning program.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) started collaborating on game-based learning (GBL) in developmental math and writing instruction in the mid-2000s, they had no idea what they were setting in motion. The CGN also has hosted three increasingly well-attended conferences, called the CUNY Games Festival.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

“When properly integrated into lesson plans, gamification can lead to enhanced problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and higher-order learning outcomes in elementary students” (Dehghanzadeh et al., Some even created their own Connection sets, adding another layer of engagement.

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eSchool News

MAY 31, 2016

classrooms will now have access to CodeMonkey’s coding curriculum, including software programming and critical thinking. Software programming and critical thinking are the new building blocks for our children to compete within a 21st century global workplace.

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eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. So, by adding gamification elements during teaching sessions, schools can significantly increase their participation and engagement levels. It also helps students enhance teamwork and collaboration.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2018

Today, social and emotional learning tools are in high demand, with employers seeking people who have not only professional and technical skills, but also the ability to collaborate and work with a team, critical thinking capabilities, professionalism and effective communication talents. .

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eSchool News

JULY 11, 2018

PlayPosit supports a number of video sources and allows teachers to pause videos, insert questions, and promote differentiated delivery of content as well as deeper critical thinking and reflection opportunities. Kahoot : A game-based learning platform used to administer study review, quizzes, discussions, or surveys.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It draws on research from psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, and education to understand how individuals learn to read, how the brain processes written language, and how best to teach reading effectively. Introducing robotics and coding into the curriculum helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Research has shown our brains are “ wired for pleasure ,” and that games are an effective way to learn because they simulate adventure and keep our brains engaged and happy. But what exactly do we learn from them? The answer is likely yes, but, much like games themselves, it’s complicated.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. Iterate on what works and learn from what doesn’t.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

He says adding M:EE to the district’s robust technology arsenal is helping students master the oft-cited Four Cs of education—critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity. While Terry was surprised to hear that stat, he was also excited. Kids open up with Minecraft.

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eSchool News

MARCH 14, 2016

GameSalad for Education , the platform’s school edition, is a useful tool for teaching the concepts of game development, introducing students to programming fundamentals, and fostering creativity in the classroom, the company says. Nova Labs is a free digital platform that engages teens in games that foster scientific inquiry.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 9, 2015

They miss the whole reason we should be excited about game-based learning in the first place: because it offers the potential to change the common way we approach teaching and learning. They focus on retention rather than understanding.

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Edsurge

MAY 19, 2022

The training content is broken up into short, personalized learning “pills” based on personal goals. As students answer questions, they collect points and receive formative feedback to develop critical-thinking skills.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 16, 2018

Tulare’s mission is to actively engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving with the assistance of technology. “We Switching to gamified PD through a partnership with game-based learning company Alludo was a no-brainer. We want to engage every student in meaningful work every day,” said Douglas.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 10, 2024

The idea of using video games in the classroom may sound like an oxymoron, but it’s clear that when students are engaged, they are learning. Using video games in the classroom as an innovative approach to engage students can work. Additionally, one study found that video games can help students with ADHD focus.

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Edsurge

APRIL 22, 2019

At NYSCI we have pioneered Design-Make-Play, a novel approach to learning and engagement that draws upon deeper learning research and supports the creation of learning experiences that develop critical thinking, knowledge integration, innovation and creativity skills.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

The tech sector is responding to the need for lifelong learning with online services focused on adult learners, an approach that is important and useful. In mathematics, learning advanced subject matter often depends on the depth of understanding of certain earlier subject matter.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

For instance, in a language learning course, students can engage in vocabulary-building games that involve matching words to their corresponding meanings or completing sentence exercises. Simulations are particularly beneficial for STEM subjects, allowing students to gain hands-on experience and develop critical thinking skills.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

For instance, in a language learning course, students can engage in vocabulary-building games that involve matching words to their corresponding meanings or completing sentence exercises. Simulations are particularly beneficial for STEM subjects, allowing students to gain hands-on experience and develop critical thinking skills.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

Activities like writing workshops and group projects go a long way towards building creative and critical thinking skills, but can be challenging and time consuming for teachers to execute at scale. Consider the ways that technology can streamline these processes for teachers.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2019

I’ve found Minecraft to be an exemplar of those 21st century learning traits mentioned previously. The game personifies creativity and collaboration. When the teacher requires other design challenges—accounting for material cost or using sustainable materials—students must access higher order thinking skills.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

We then paired up, and the newbies learned gameplay tips and tricks, most of which was conducted in English. Critical Thinking Minecraft is truly an open-world game. When a player spawns to start a new game, the map stretches in all directions.

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Edsurge

MAY 21, 2020

Gaming at a high level requires strong critical thinking ability, dedication and focus. It's definitely being adopted, and it's going to become very serious. Even when students don’t aim to go pro, they receive a lot of other benefits they probably don’t even realize.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Though these are game-based learning, there’s no plot as you might find simulated games. Think Number Munchers rather than Minecraft. Each app includes personalized learning, an enhanced review mode, and additional challenges to keep students motivated. Insider Tips.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

AR and VR, for instance, brings a fun element to a lesson and can help students develop critical thinking skills. We’ll continue to see schools and educators creating experiential lessons to better engage students and get them excited to be in school learning. –Justin Moore, K-12 Sales Director, Vector Solutions.

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