Edsurge

MAY 30, 2017

Like gaming, learning math requires grit and persistence—cornerstones of growth mindset—and is grounded in problem solving, flexible thinking, and pattern recognition. The same kind of tenacity is crucial when learning math. Gamers embrace challenges and use mistakes to learn.

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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. It’s usually, “This game is hard.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Today, because of the changes in education, the use of games to reinforce learning, to teach, and to engage students in their own education has become one of the most effective tools to bridge the gap between school-based and remote learning. It’s called Game Based Learning (GBL).

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 31, 2017

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez From providing motivation to assisting struggling students, games can help educators with tricky concepts.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

In a TEDx talk titled The Super Mario Effect–Tricking Your Brain into Learning More , Mark Rober highlighted how video games like Super Mario can motivate people to achieve their goals by viewing failures as learning opportunities. This approach especially helps reluctant readers.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

candidates at MIT’s Lifelong Kindergarten research group, say it all started with a single piece of feedback: “Just make learning fun.” These kids had spent all their free time at the retreat talking about online shooting-based video games,” says Manuj Dhariwal, laughing. “The The idea is to keep learners motivated in a class.

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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.

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Edsurge

MAY 10, 2021

Time and again, there have been education techniques and pedagogy developed that challenged conventional teaching and learning methods. As new approaches are tried, it is important to also analyze the reasons why children may be apprehensive about learning. When we are young, we are curious and excited to learn.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Mimi Ito is a cultural anthropologist and learning scientist at UC Irvine. If you can embed skill development within a genuinely motivating social set of rewards, learning is deeper and more enduring. Recently, we were fortunate to speak with her at length on the topic of game-based learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 29, 2022

I was prepared to talk about the connections to STEM learning, the opportunity to engage otherwise disengaged students, the inclusive nature of gaming, the research behind gamification and game-based learning, and more. . After all, everyone loves to play!

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eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

To facilitate effective teaching and learning, modern schools must equip every classroom with interactive touchscreens and utilize gamification techniques. Understanding the Basics of Gamification in Education Gamification means adding interactive gaming elements to processes such as learning. Finally, gamification is more fun.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 8, 2019

If playing games is part of our culture, even part of our identities, then it stands to reason that students can be highly motivated by game-based learning opportunities. So what if we make classrooms the game? Gamifying your classroom can be as simple or as complex as you choose to make it.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

One teacher shares her favorite games for chemistry, biology, and more, plus resources to help teachers. Motivating students and keeping students actively engaged in lessons is becoming frequently more challenging for even the most creative teachers. Perhaps the best strategy is to embrace the technology and harness it for learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 26, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, CA , May 26, 2021: SplashLearn, the game-based learning program used by millions of students, announced winners of its massively popular annual competition – the SpringBoard Math Challenge. My students were excited to participate and motivated to work hard for the contest!” About SplashLearn.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

San Francisco, CA, 23 nd February 2022 : The popular game-based learning program SplashLearn, today announced the 8 th edition of its massively popular SpringBoard Math Challenge. It brings teachers and students together in an environment that enables competition as well as collaboration but most importantly celebrates learning.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2015

What is the future of learning spaces? It was a game I would play for the rest of my developing years. We look inside current learning spaces and look at the world; there is a big disconnect. A few years ago, I found myself designing learning spaces for new school models of learning. I was disappointed.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Enhancing IEP goal progress with data-driven insights using technology: There are a variety of learning platforms that can monitor a students performance in real-time, tailoring to their individual needs and intervening areas for improvement. It is vital for students to take ownership in their learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2023

This year, schools are placing a focus on supporting students’ individual needs and recovering pandemic learning loss. Because of this, we will see an increase in edtech to support learning, better accommodations for students, a focus on wellbeing, and new approaches to teaching that engage with students’ interests and future careers.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2024

In 2024, this momentum will continue, bringing forth new edtech, innovative teaching approaches, and inspiring learning spaces. This year, schools are directing their energy towards supporting teacher well-being and reengaging students through innovative learning spaces and edtech.

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Edsurge

MAY 19, 2022

And the technology may help address an age-old challenge in any classroom: motivation. A group of blockchain projects called “learn-to-earn” (also sometimes called “earn-to-learn”) aims to incentivize learners to engage with educational content and, just as importantly, stick with it. In SuperSkills!,

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eSchool News

JUNE 22, 2022

San Francisco, CA, 22 June 2022: SplashLearn, the game-based learning program used by millions of students, announced the winners of its massively popular annual competition – the SpringBoard Math Challenge. We are glad to be part of their journey as they collaborate and celebrate learning. I am super excited!

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Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2024

Educators often find themselves exploring innovative approaches to enhance student learning, and one particularly creative pathway is integrating games and playfulness into the learning environment. It recognizes the importance of enjoyment, curiosity and exploration in facilitating effective learning experiences.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

In 2024, this momentum will continue, bringing forth new edtech, innovative teaching approaches, and inspiring learning spaces. This year, schools are directing their energy towards supporting teacher well-being and reengaging students through innovative learning spaces and edtech.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Game-based learning boosts motivation, literacy and social skills.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

“Games are among childrens favorite activities, especially for primary school students. Introducing games into the classroom can engage students in ways that conventional methods often fail to do” (Zhang & Crawford, 2023, p. After selecting a Kit to host, students join the game with a displayed code.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year, schools are placing a focus on supporting students’ individual needs and recovering pandemic learning loss. Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. This year’s no.

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eSchool News

JUNE 20, 2024

Key points: Gamifying learning often leads to deeper student engagement and understanding 4 ways to encourage play in education Prioritizing inclusivity in game-based learning For more news on gamification, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub On October 1st, the announcement rings out: “It’s time to master those multiplication facts, everyone!”

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2020

Read to Lead is a 100% free and proven blended learning solution that leverages game-based learning to help students in grades 5-9 build reading, writing, and leadership skills. Parent Resources: The Read to Lead Parent Hub opens up the program for students learning from home.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 26, 2023

In this article, discover how high school education is shifting towards personalized learning. The Future of High School Education: Navigating the Shift to Personalized Learning High school – a time of excitement, curiosity, exploration and growth. Educational trends have been changing towards personalized learning approaches.

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Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 28, 2024

Their excitement is evident as they face challenges and earn rewards, turning traditional learning into an adventure. Game-based learning not only motivates students through elements like challenges, rewards and narratives but also fosters critical skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking and collaboration.

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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 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. Can a Classic Board Game Teach Writing Skills? Connecting the Dots Between Enjoyment and Learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2023

Key points: Gamification can help engage students when they might otherwise lose motivation Engaged students are 2.5 The more you treat education as a game, the more likely students are to pay attention and be engaged in class. Many of the best educators use review tools like Kahoot, and Jeopardy!

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The seven teams – Carnegie Learning, Carnegie Mellon University, Eedi, Rising Academies, the University of Colorado Boulder, Khan Academy, and the University of Florida – are committed to harnessing the potential of AI and machine learning to develop innovative, affordable interventions to enhance middle school math education.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2018

Working in tech and media for the past 20 years, I’ve seen some of these changes firsthand, and one thing has proven consistently true: Engagement is critical when learning new information and mastering new skills. Incorporating gaming into education doesn’t necessarily mean more screen time. Visit Classcraft at ISTE Booth #970.

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2016

Have you ever thought about teaching writing through games? It’s a great strategy that helps students overcome the lack of motivation they have regarding writing assignments. Plus, teachers tend to make them more challenging than necessary, so the students lose motivation even before they start working on them.

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