If you can believe it, yet another month has passed us by! Our focus this July has been the intersection of game-based learning and STEM education. Technological literacy and scientific understanding are vital for today’s students, so taking innovative approaches to STEM education is more important than ever. Luckily, game-based learning is a highly effective method to bring STEM concepts to life, making them more accessible and enjoyable for learners of all ages!
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This roundup compiles our articles from the past month, each highlighting how game-based learning and STEM education are a winning combination. Discover how this pair is opening new doors in education! For more resources like this, follow us on X and Facebook – and don’t forget to bookmark this post so you can easily return to it later.
In this article, we explore how STEM games can transform sustainability education, making complex environmental topics engaging and accessible for learners of all ages. We showcase some exciting examples of games making a real impact in classrooms, from tabletop card games about climate change to immersive digital simulations of sustainable civilizations. Drawing on success stories like Broward County Public Schools’ innovative use of Minecraft Education, we highlight how game-based learning can foster critical thinking and motivate students to become environmental stewards. As game developers committed to creating playful experiences that improve people’s lives, we’re excited about the potential of STEM games to shape a more eco-friendly future. Whether you’re an educator looking for new tools or a fellow developer interested in this space, this blog offers valuable insights into the transformative power of games in environmental science education!
Ever wondered how coding games can introduce computational thinking to preschoolers? Or how science simulations can bring complex concepts to life for kindergarteners? Young minds are naturally curious, and game-based learning makes it easy to harness that curiosity through play. In this blog, we explore how playful experiences can lay the foundation for future STEM learning. We also cover the importance of unstructured play in brain development as well as the benefits of structured educational games. Drawing on research and our own experience in educational game development, check out the full article to learn how the right games can make STEM not just accessible, but exciting for young learners.
Step into our (virtual) laboratory and discover some of the most exciting science games we’ve developed over the years! We’ve turned scientific concepts like plant biology, underwater acoustics, and more into engaging digital adventures. You’ll get a peek at our collaborations with educational powerhouses like PBS KIDS and the Smithsonian Science Education Center, as well as projects like our VR experience celebrating women in science. Whether it’s a game about managing a chemical plant during a hurricane or a board game tackling climate change, each project demonstrates our commitment to making science accessible and fun for everyone. Curious about how game-based learning can further science education? This roundup of games is just the beginning!
We’re always excited to see new research backing up what we’ve known all along – games are powerful tools for learning, especially in STEM fields. This article covers recent studies that demonstrate just how effective game-based learning can be. From virtual reality experiments that boost scientific understanding to online games that make math more engaging for Gen Z, the evidence is mounting. We break down studies that reveal how games can enhance computational thinking, improve science concept comprehension, and even tackle complex topics like artificial intelligence. This collection of research offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of learning.
This month, we’ve written about how games can transform STEM education at every level! These blogs contain not just the theory behind game-based learning, but also its practical applications and real-world impact. The future of STEM education is playful and full of potential – and we’re thrilled to be part of it. Ready to make game-based learning a part of your STEM curriculum? Reach out to us – we can help you create custom educational games that can make a real difference in students’ lives.
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