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Game-Based vs Traditional Learning – What's the Difference? » Online Universities

Game-Based vs Traditional Learning – What's the Difference? » Online Universities | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"There are several big movements underway that are worthy of debate and possible consideration as we look to help education become the 21st century, user-centered, on-demand, engaging, technology-centric activity that it has not been for much of its existence. Game-based learning (GBL), or gamification, is one of the models that commonly gets touted as a cure-all for the problems with education because of the popularity of gaming in our society (New Media Institute). While there are problems with the gamification movement as it currently stands, the model has several areas in which it differs sufficiently from traditional education to make it an intriguing possibility. Here is a look at several of those differences."

Topics discussed include authenticity, student engagement, creativity and innovative thinking, and cost, as well as a discussion on the debate that exists over game based learning. 

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The Gamification of Education and Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Learning Benefits | Emerging Education Technology

The Gamification of Education and Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Learning Benefits | Emerging Education Technology | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
A recent research paper sheds light on several ways in which educational games can facilitate the learning experience and benefit the student.

The article states "if gamification is to be of use to schools, we must better understand what gamification is, how it functions, and why it might be useful. This article addresses all three questions – what,how, and why bother? – while exploring both the potential benefits and pitfalls of gamification."

To go directly to the article: 

http://www.gamifyingeducation.org/files/Lee-Hammer-AEQ-2011.pdf.

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