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Why Game Based Learning Is the Right Choice for Remote Teaching

Ask a Tech Teacher

It’s called Game Based Learning (GBL). It simply means teachers include games in their lesson plans to teach curricular concepts. By using the games kids already love–want to play–GBL has an opportunity to turn students into lifelong learners who enjoy learning. More on Game-based Learning.

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Increasing Student Participation During Zoom Synchronous Teaching Meetings

User Generated Education

Due to Coronavirus, many schools are moving online, and teaching through Zoom meetings. The value of Zoom meetings is that the educator can create synchronous interactive conversations and activities. My goal is to have all my students actively engaged throughout the meeting. Students have fun during the synchronous meeting.

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How Research-Informed Games May Result in Deep Learning Experiences

Edsurge

Games can be particularly effective for engaging learners, promoting active participation and motivating students, both in and outside of the classroom. But for SplashLearn CEO Arpit Jain, it is important to make a distinction between gamification and game-based learning (GBL).

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4 Ways to promote collaboration in digital spaces

Neo LMS

If you are using Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or Zoom, allow students to collaborate in breakout rooms. We can use game-based learning and have students play on teams or create games for students to participate in these breakout room spaces. Read more: Why students love a game-based learning experience.

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How edtech supports the success of the Nordic Education

Neo LMS

The Finnish example. Of particular interest, I thought, was Finland’s focus on early childhood learning — what they call ECEC (Early Childhood Education and Care). Student involvement and game-based learning. The reason for this popularity is the principle that ECEC adheres to: learning through play.

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The Future of STEM Education: 5 Innovative Ideas About to Break Through

Educational Technology Guy

To meet this demand, there has been ongoing discussion on how to best educate our kids for a STEM-focused future. Game-Based Learning Educators have long been using game-based learning strategies to boost student engagement. Today’s game-based learning is far more sophisticated.

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How an LMS can help teachers keep older students engaged

Neo LMS

So let’s explore how teachers can harness edtech resources, with a focus on school learning management systems, to maximize their limited time and supplies, while also delivering a more engaging, personalized experience for middle school students. Game-based learning. Collaboration and communication.

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