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Game-Based Learning Meets Science Standards

EdTechTeam

GAME-BASED LEARNING FROM LEGENDS OF LEARNING NOW MEETS SCIENCE STANDARDS IN TWO MORE STATES Research-Based Games Already Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards WASHINGTON, D.C.—Aug. We don’t have time to waste on resources that do not align to our standards.”

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How Video Games Can Teach Reading Just as Well as Books

Edsurge

Research and pedagogy unequivocally point to digital game-based learning as an instructional methodology that can improve literacy skills. But many districts do not yet provide teachers with digital game-based learning instructional materials, despite stocking schools with computers, laptops and tablets.

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Survey: Teachers now use twice as much gaming and video in the classroom

eSchool News

The explosion in teacher interest and usage of videos and game-based learning could be a harbinger of a new awakening for digital learning.”. Five out of 10 administrators in the survey said implementing digital content resources such as videos, simulations, and animations was already producing positive student outcomes.

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Teacher Professional Development

The CoolCatTeacher

If project based learning works – do it. In my opinion, if you can’t teach me about game based learning by using games, you’re not qualified to teach game based learning. The fascinating aspect of micro-credentials is the melding of online and offline learning.

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