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Permission to Play with Dan White, CEO of Filament Games (Podcast)

// Alyssa Froehling

If you want to learn more about our CEO, our company, RoboCo, and future-facing skills, it’s your lucky day! Recently, Dan White met with EdUp Edtech podcast host Holly Owens to discuss Filament’s mission, why failure is vital to learning, digital robotics, the 4 c’s of 21st-century skills, and much more! Check out Dan and…

Excellent Video Games for Social-Emotional Learning

// Alyssa Froehling

Social-emotional learning (aka SEL) has been a hot topic in education for a while now, and for good reason. SEL is all about helping students develop the skills they need to manage their emotions, set goals, build empathy, create strong relationships, and make smart choices. While these skills are essential for success in school and…

How Video Games Build Resilience

// Alyssa Froehling

You’ve probably heard the age-old warning that video games rot your brain. But what if we told you that gaming could actually help you build mental fortitude and resilience? As an educational game studio, we’ve known for a long time that well-designed games can be powerful learning tools, and research backs up what we’ve observed…

Learning Games Expert, Dan White (Podcast)

// Alyssa Froehling

We’re excited to share that our CEO, Dan White, recently appeared on the No Such Thing Podcast, a show dedicated to exploring the realities and exciting potential of learning with technology! Hosted by Marc Lesser, a specialist in digital learning and youth development, this podcast is all about insightful discussions with experts on the intersection…

Teaching Sustainability Through STEM Games

// Alyssa Froehling

Sustainability and environmental conservation are pressing global issues that can be difficult and stressful to approach in the classroom. As educational game developers, we have a unique opportunity to create engaging tools that make these complex topics accessible and inspiring for learners of all ages. By harnessing the power of play, STEM games can simulate…

Multiplayer Educational Games for Collaborative Summer Learning

// Alyssa Froehling

Summer vacation is here, and it’s the perfect time for kids to not only have fun and relax, but also to strengthen their social connections and learn valuable skills through collaborative play. In an age where digital interactions are increasingly prevalent, multiplayer educational games offer a unique opportunity for children to engage with their peers,…

Project Roundup: Free Educational Games You Can Play All Summer Long

// Alyssa Froehling

Are you looking for ways to keep your kids engaged and learning this summer without the structure of a traditional classroom? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of our top free educational games perfect for summer fun. From exploring ancient history to honing math skills, these games cover a range of subjects and are…

Project Roundup: Professional Training Games by Filament Games

// Alyssa Froehling

Welcome or welcome back to the blog! In today’s project roundup, we’re showcasing some of the most exciting and innovative professional training games we’ve developed. As a leader in game-based learning, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with incredible organizations to create engaging, interactive experiences that drive real-world skill development and knowledge retention.  In this…

Nurturing Problem-Solvers Inside and Outside the Realm of Games (Podcast)

// Alyssa Froehling

How can we prepare students for the real world through game-based learning experiences? Our CEO, Dan White, recently joined the Shifting Schools podcast to discuss the future of learning games and the importance of focusing on 21st century skills and conceptual understandings in K-12 education. via Giphy Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman,…

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