Game Based Learning- Jazmeir Prayear

Game Based Learning - Jazmeir Prayear

 

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Rojas-Mancilla, E. Conei, D.  Bernal, Y. Astudillo, D. Contreras, Y. (2019) Learning histology through gamebased learning supported by mobile technology. Int. J. Morphol., 37(3):903-907

Summary

Game based learning (GBL) is designed to balance subject matter with gameplay, most of the time involving common skills that can be used in the real world.

According to Rojas and Conei et al. (2019) “Digital game-based learning and the testing effect have been shown to be effective in improving learning. The use of screens offers the opportunity to test innovative learning strategies in the classroom” (p. 903).

The idea of game based learning in the classroom is something that students seem to enjoy. Some responses given by students were that they like that GBL because it offers instant feedback, is interactive, fun, and attractive which helps students stay engaged in their studies.

Assess
This 2019 article is up to date, it is considered a research study because a survey was taken place and feedback was given.

This article does acknowledge and cite their information used by others in their full article.

Ming Scheid. (2017, January 17). Game Based Learning [Video file]. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5mcVZIxN9U

Summary
This video is generally about the bright idea of what game based learning is and constructs a comparison of the traditional classroom.

It explains that in a game based learning classroom students and given hands on learning experiences testing different scenarios where they are actively engaged and making decisions, learning from their own mistakes.

Assess

This short clip sums up what GBL is and its benefits. It Is a short and sweet animated video that caught my attention and was also informing considering it is about my topic.

Reflection on Game-Based Learning
After reviewing the article and video, I find that Game based learning is very beneficial to students of all ages. It is an attention grabber and there are many different ways to keep education interesting. As a future teacher I believe that game based learning should be used a lot more in the classroom, considering this is a tech savvy generation and the younger generations will definitely be in deeper in to technology than we already are now.

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