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Top Game-Based Learning Conferences to Attend in 2024

Ah, the start of a fresh year! 2024 is teeming with opportunities – opportunities to go to game-based learning conferences, that is. Forget scouring the vast expanse of the internet for the best events to attend; we’ve got your back. This guide brings you our curated list of some of our most anticipated events. Here’s…

What’s New in Game-based Learning – January 2024

Happy New Year and welcome to the latest edition of What’s New in Game-based Learning! In this monthly series, we recap the most exciting new stories on game-based learning, games for impact, AR/VR for learning, and more. We’re excited to see what this fresh year will bring to our favorite industry – and if you’re…

A Year in Game-based Learning: Educational Trends and Insights from 2023

With each passing year, the educational landscape undergoes significant shifts, and 2023 has been no exception. In our opinion, one of the most noteworthy developments this year is the continued rise of game-based learning as a powerful pedagogical tool. As we reflect on the year gone by, we’ll explore the trends and insights that have…

A 2023 Holiday Buyer’s Guide to Educational Games

As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to consider thoughtful gifts that not only entertain, but also educate! In a world brimming with technology and screens, educational games offer a unique blend of fun and learning, making them ideal gifts for both children and adults.  Our 2023 Holiday Buyer’s Guide to Educational Games…

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

Happy December! As another year winds down, we’ve got a special present just for you: the latest installment of What’s New in Game-based Learning. This series gathers all the most exciting news about serious games, impactful gaming, and cutting-edge AR/VR developments in one place. Let’s unwrap the most thrilling game-based learning updates from the past…

Games as Tools for Mental Health Awareness and Support

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

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)

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)

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

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…

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