These videos caused me to have more faith in the learning capabilities of video games. I was that person that saw no use for games but violence and large amounts of wasted money.
The third video caused me to look at games from a new level. Salen claimed that children enjoy games because they know without a doubt that they can succeed. After hearing that, I contemplated on my own that that particular theory holds true. I am not a big gaming fan and to be honest, have hardly ever picked up a controller, but I do enjoy word games on my phone and such. I, too, feel comfortable knowing there is a solution that can be found.
I also believe in the claim in video two that games increase learning and problem-solving. Most people I know that are the best problem solvers, are also the biggest gamers. They also are fantastic multi-taskers as opposed to myself, that can barely walk and breathe. After watching the first video, that definitely became clear to me! I feel like I have a better view of how video games can work effectively in the student's favor.
Using Games in the Classroom
Santeri Koivisto and Joel Levin worked to produce MinecraftEdu, a play on the popular video game Minecraft. The new version allows for tailoring to curriculum for teachers. It is used for math, science, and computer science especially.
Outstanding use of the arguments and claims made in the video to support your view on video games and learning!
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