eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

Key points: Gamification can help engage students when they might otherwise lose motivation Engaged students are 2.5 This allowed teachers to complete a module of lecture-based learning, generally a week of class, and imprint the knowledge into long-term memory via these tools.

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Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2022

The best of these young coders are learning to use code creatively and developing a tangible skill set that they will use in future careers. CodeCombat AI League trailer (credit: CodeCombat) A Foundation of Game-Based Learning Founded in 2013, CodeCombat was born from a simple idea: Make learning to code engaging and accessible to all.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Or they might grow plants in farm fields based on area models—while figuring out how to multiply fractions. Other aspects of our designs are influenced by neuroscientific knowledge about motivation and working memory. Engage Intrinsic Motivation. Sample activities. Lego Engage Emotional Arousal.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This digital ecosystem not only enhances academic knowledge but also cultivates digital literacy skills essential for the modern workforce. Development of social and emotional learning (SEL) tools: Education technology may focus more on supporting the development of social and emotional skills.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

And kids who, say, design their own cities using simulation games may show stronger problem-solving abilities than peers learning about cities in more traditional ways. There’s another reason why games can be so good at teaching certain soft skills, such as resilience, problem solving and collaboration: They put us in a state of play.

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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

JANUARY 22, 2018

They seek opportunities and time to illustrate scientific and social concepts with a real world understanding and have students apply their knowledge and express their understanding through writing. In this process, administrators should ensure there is a balance of tools that address fact acquisition and practice and knowledge application.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2018

You may gasp, but gaming is a multi-billion-dollar industry for a reason. Good video games are incredibly effective at capturing our attention, converting extrinsic rewards into intrinsic motivation, and creating meaningful experiences. Here are some key insights we’ve gathered about the ways video games foster learning: 1.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Students need to be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to navigate what’s being called “the new electricity.” And we use asset-based approaches versus deficit-oriented teaching methods. That’s a huge motivation. Also there’s a game-based learning element to it.

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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. Each app includes personalized learning, an enhanced review mode, and additional challenges to keep students motivated. Two different games (six more for a fee) keep learning varied and interesting.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 27, 2019

In talking with Fraser, it becomes clear that the decision to relaunch Carmen was motivated in a big way by nostalgia. There were other games that were set in historical periods of time or set on other places on the planet, but you weren’t at an advantage if you had that knowledge readily in hand,” he says.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

This will inevitably result in increased comprehension and productivity in student learning. To deal with the challenges of today and tomorrow, we need to equip the next generation with the skills and knowledge necessary to adapt and overcome these challenges. Teacher knowledge is imperative to move students forward.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

However, that is the beauty of this game for language learners. The lack of in-game language creates opportunities for players to generate their own. There’s also a clear context and great motivation for engaging in higher-level language, even with monolingual groups.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

Incorporate interactive activities Interactive activities can help keep students engaged and motivated in online learning. There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. Simulations offer students the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

Incorporate interactive activities Interactive activities can help keep students engaged and motivated in online learning. There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. Simulations offer students the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

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. I would like to see the same in school.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Students can work together on digital platforms, sharing ideas and feedback in real-time, while teachers can provide immediate, constructive feedback, which can enhance student engagement and motivation. Together, these technologies are reshaping the education landscape, offering new ways to teach and learn.

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Edsurge

JULY 18, 2016

Personalized Learning Through Gaming. Learn how personalized learning through purposeful gaming can help you engage your students and increase their motivation to learn. Dive into blended and problem-based learning to deepen your understanding of how to use 1:1 computing in your classroom.

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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? Van Eck explains that the key challenge for creating any serious game involves “thinking about the key learning outcomes you are trying to teach and aligning those with the game.

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