Edsurge

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Our learning objectives focus on the social, political, economical and cultural aspects of AI. And we did that because we believe it lowers the barrier to entry to learning about AI for more types of students. We really focused on culturally relevant pedagogy as one of the foundational theoretical frameworks.

Intelligence 201

Intelligence STEM Culture Curriculum 201

Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2018

Read academic research about how games are making a positive difference in the classroom. We can’t walk away from technology use—not when it’s a mainstay of students’ daily lives and futures. But we can use the cultural relevance of games to blend their physical and virtual learning opportunities in ways that will empower students.

Gamification 153

Gamification Learning Culture Students 153

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Although the term “esports” sounds new, the truth is that competitive video gaming has been growing for decades. These tournaments and leagues are the evolution of decades of player and fan culture. What does all this have to do with education? in an old arcade.

Students 167

Students Culture Internet Participation 167

Edsurge

AUGUST 27, 2019

After consulting with teachers in focus groups, HMH says it refashioned Carmen as a “global citizen” in response to requests for more material around social-emotional learning—which is to say the ambitious goal of teaching Americans geography has been somewhat scaled back in favor of lessons on community, world culture and responsibility.

History 166

History Exams Culture Knowledge 166

Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2020

Women who play video games often encounter sexist harassment and discrimination , and even though many college club and varsity teams are theoretically co-ed, women typically participate at lower rates than men. “We We haven’t yet got the culture where women feel like they can come out and play competitively,” Jamison said.

Culture 167

Culture Coaching Motivation Study 167

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The company’s growth comes at a time when video games have become part of the cultural zeitgeist, the brothers say, in a way that’s different from when the puzzles and fighting games they played with their father. Today, the company has 50 full-time employees.

Textbooks 166

Textbooks Classroom Management Social Studies History 166

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

We caught up with Gee to learn about what games he’s currently playing, what he’s learning, why he doesn’t trust people who don’t finish games, and how it feels to be one of the most respected voices in the game-based learning community at the ripe age of 68. That’s a really bad view of intelligence.

Teaching 119

Teaching Game-Based Learning Intelligence Learning 119

Edsurge

OCTOBER 23, 2019

A new museum exhibit celebrating Minecraft’s tenth anniversary doesn’t just highlight the block-building game’s role in education. The entire exhibition itself is, subtly, all about learning. This month, the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) in Seattle opened “ Minecraft: The Exhibition.” Learning about Maori culture.

Culture 106

Culture Failure STEM Activities 106

Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2019

I find it baffling that in 2019 I still have to explain why it’s important to play with students, especially when Fortune 500 companies are gamifying their workplace and their customer outreach, profitable gamer-culture on YouTube is on the rise and colleges have eSports teams.

Teaching 167

Teaching Students Motivation Skills 167

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Schools had a crash course in greater instructional technology usage during the pandemic. Teachers have gained so much confidence and are finally using educational technology in a way that enhances their instruction at a scale we haven’t seen. The classroom experience will include increased technology and personalized learning.

Hybrid Learning 288

Hybrid Learning Communication Accessibility Languages 288

Edsurge

MAY 8, 2019

is a possibility, Huynh says, but he points to the test-centric mindset of American schools as a cultural difference that could pose obstacles. “We For its school product, DragonBox is focusing on those three countries at the moment.

Quizzes 112

Quizzes Math History Motivation 112

Edsurge

JULY 18, 2016

For a complete list of education hashtags, check out the official education chat page. If you’re looking for educators to follow, go no further than Educational Technology and Mobile Learning’s blog. Want to be inspired? Need some affirmation?

Problem-Based Learning 88

Problem-Based Learning History Motivation Study 88

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

By using simulations, districts and schools can get help their leaders improve decision making at times of crisis, benefitting both the school culture and ultimately, student outcomes. Sample Sims to Play and Watch. Difficult Conversations: Dress Code. Community Partnership: Digital Readiness.

Evaluation 103

Evaluation Schools Coaching Participation 103

Edsurge

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Flash forward 50 years; the franchise has sold over 60 million units, inspired multiple generations of students and become a part of popular culture. While Rawitsch and his collaborators never saw any money from this success, they created an enduring franchise and helped launch the sector of game-based learning.

Game-Based Learning 184

Game-Based Learning Learning History Feedback 184

Edsurge

AUGUST 4, 2016

Are digital games viable tools for creating effective online teaching and learning environments in higher education, and, if so, is anyone using them? You really have to be effortful and thoughtful, and that is the promise and the pitfall of digital game-based learning.”. Muzzy Lane’s Practice Series.

Game-Based Learning 132

Game-Based Learning Multidisciplinary Learning Writing 132

Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2019

Your self awareness—how you know and understand yourself, your cultural identity and how that drives your understanding of yourself and others is key,” explains Schlinger in an email to EdSurge. Darvasi doesn’t want students to just play the video game and call it a day.

Skills 167

Skills Education Ethics Game-Based Learning 167

Edsurge

JANUARY 16, 2018

He has been named a Master Educator by Course Hero , an education technology company that produced a short film on Garg, who is now one of three finalists for the Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching bestowed by Baylor University. Let Professor Neil Garg Inspire Your Course Design.

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Lecturing Course Design Assignments Quizzes 144