It seems almost without exception that students LOVE to code. Especially when there is an interactive, web based environment that provides them instant feedback. So you might want to ask why we would need to gamify a process they already love. Well the folks at Code Combat went ahead and did that anyway. They took […]
Virulent Is An Infectiously Engaging Simulation | Audio Review # 126
Overview Virulent is an iTunes app simulation of virus behavior that incorporates gamification elements to engage students from grades 4-12 in exploring the microscopic world. The player becomes the “mind” of the viral invader, seeking to combat the defenses of the host in order to not only survive, but to thrive. The graphics are crisp, […]
Audio Review # 37 Put Your Toe In The Gamify Your Classroom Water With Kahoot
Overview If you are wanting to gamify your classroom but aren’t feeling like going hardcore quite yet, Kahoot might be the perfect tool for you. Kahoot is a game based classroom response system. It’s simple to use and allows you to create discussion boards, quizzes or surveys. The students or group you are working with […]
Tech Talk Roundtable 15 | Game Based Learning: Get Your Game On!
Chris, Jamie and Michael talk all about GBL, Game Based Learning. Articles of the week http://www.ted.com/talks/daphne_bavelier_your_brain_on_video_games.html I appreciate the fact that this research scientist actually uses data rather than hearsay and common wisdom. http://www.ted.com/talks/jane_mcgonigal_gaming_can_make_a_better_world.html?source=twitter&awesm=on.ted.com_dYQn#.UYjDDZopR7t.twitter Simply an impressive TED Talk! http://blog.cengage.com/?p=862 Games – whether casual or immersive, single player or multi-player – demand the full focus of the participant on […]
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