An evaluation of the value of virtual games in fitness
Editor’s note: Dr Kelly Brooks of the American Public University looks at research into whether video games can help to increase fitness. can games produce real work behaviour change?
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How a spreadsheet helped 90 per cent of my students earn a Pulitzer
Editor’s note: A lo-fi way of engaging learners using a spreadsheet and some game mechanics.
If you give people virtual superpowers, will they use those abilities for good or evil?
Editor’s note: Can computer games make us more empathetic? This research suggests they can. Thanks to @canhoto for sharing.
Summary of games research qualitative literature review conducted by Fengfeng Ke
Editor’s note: Meta-analysis of studies that look at gaming in learning. Useful information to support moves into using games mechanics in learning.
How Deloitte made learning a game
Editor’s note: Introducing game mechanics into its online leadership academy has seen an increase of 37% in users returning to the site each week. This article looks at the ingredients for the success.
How games are being used for learning
Editor’s note: This 10-minute video looks at how games are being used in learning. The focus is on schools and how students interact with a range of different types of games.