Game Based Learning

History

100

In what year did game based learning take off? 

1950

1960

1970

1960

200

A LeapPad was one of the major tools in putting GBL in American homes. A LeapPad is a hybrid between a talking book and a what?

Educational Game Console

300

"The Sumerian Game" was the first recognized GBL game. This was developed by a teacher of what grade? 

4th

Key Figures

100

When gathering performance feedback while using GBL, this feedback is 

Delayed

Immediate

Immediate! Performance feedback can be gathered while playing the game.

200

The oldest known female game designer is?

Mabel...?

Margret...?

Mabel Addis Mergardt

300

Who was credited as the god father of GBL?

James Paul Gee

Implications

100

When using GBL, students typically have better understanding of the topic and better what? 

control

retention

freedom

Retention! Students connect this information with previous information to keep long term understanding and knowledge. 

200

What digital device is used frequently among small children today, that can be used for game based learning?  

ipad... or any computer or kindle...etc.

300

What is a Game based learning platform that is used in schools today to help readers with various topics in English.

iready