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Games as Tools for Mental Health Awareness and Support

// Alyssa Froehling

Life isn’t always butterflies and rainbows – and that’s okay and completely normal. That said, if you’re in need of butterflies and rainbows when there aren’t any real ones around you, there are always digital versions!  In recent years, the stigma surrounding mental health issues has slowly diminished, and more people are seeking help and…

Using Games to Teach Young Learners About Climate Change

// Alyssa Froehling

While traditional teaching methods will always have their own merits, the dynamic nature of climate change demands innovative solutions. For instance, video games can be a fantastic medium for educating students on climate change in a non-distressing way. Today on the blog, we’ll explore how interactive games can serve as powerful tools for raising awareness…

Video Games and Civil Rights Learning (Part 2)

// Alyssa Froehling

If you read our last blog on video games and civil rights learning, you’ll know that video games can immerse players in a variety of different experiences outside of their own, fostering empathy and understanding.  Whether through historical narratives that shed light on past injustices or contemporary stories that address ongoing struggles, this list of…

Using Digital Games to Teach Real-World Issues (Part 2)

// Alyssa Froehling

Just like books or documentaries, video games can be powerful learning tools, imparting people with knowledge on various real-world issues! In our previous blog of the same title, we discussed how digital games can address three specific global issues: climate change, the refugee crisis, and water scarcity. Today, we’re continuing the conversation on video games…

VR and AR for Hands-on STEM Education

// Alyssa Froehling

VR and AR have the potential to change so much about our workforce – and in many fields, it already is! From the game industry to healthcare to art and design, advances in VR and AR technology offer truly immersive ways to learn, train, and work. One of the most exciting and impactful applications of…

What’s New in Game-based Learning – October 2023

// Alyssa Froehling

Ah, aren’t you glad you live in a world where there are Octobers? We sure are! The crisp breezes, the paramountcy of pumpkin spice, and of course, the new game-based learning news. We’re so excited it’s October that we could dance (with a frog, while dressed as an elephant. That’s a rock fact)! via Amino…

Game-based Learning Books You Should Read

// Alyssa Froehling

We’ve covered how learning games can promote literacy, but what about literature about educational gaming? If you’re drawn to game-based learning scholarship and the art of educational game design, this post is for you! This curated selection of insightful books delves into all sorts of captivating topics surrounding educational games. Here are some more game-based…

Even More Brilliant Game-based Learning TED Talks

// Alyssa Froehling

Do you want to feel inspired, but you don’t have enough time to read a book, or even listen to an hour-long podcast? Don’t fret, we’ve got some bite-sized (or should we say byte-sized) revelations for you, in the form of TED Talks! Much like a captivating course or an unforgettable lesson, TED Talks possess…

Our Favorite Online Game-based Learning Publications

// Alyssa Froehling

Extra, extra, read all about it! And in case it wasn’t obvious, it is game-based learning. Whether you’re a knowledge-hungry learner, an educator scouting for insights, or a tech aficionado craving the latest trends, this lineup of publications serves up a blend of education, technology, and gaming that’s bound to inspire you! via Giphy From…

More Excellent Edtech, STEM, and Game-based Learning Podcasts

// Alyssa Froehling

If you’re anything like us (which is likely, if you’re reading this blog in the first place) you’re passionate about game-based learning, edtech, STEM, and everything in between. Whether you’re a regular reader of our blog or a new visitor, we know you’re here because you’re eager to explore some captivating podcasts that align with…

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