Writing precise instructions that tell a computer what to do.
What is coding?
This type of software helps students practice skills through digital games or lessons
What is educational software?
Learning happens naturally during play, often without students realizing it.
What is stealth learning?
A global movement that celebrates creativity and hands-on building.
What is the Maker Movement?
A computer generated environment that feels real and allows users to explore and interact.
What is virtual reality (VR)?
Thinking like a computer breaking big problems into smaller, logical steps.
What is computational thinking?
When learning is built into the design of the game itself, not separate from play
What is game-based learning?
Students tackle complex, real-world problems instead of simple worksheet
What is problem-based learning?
A shared workspace where people use technology like 3-D printers and robotics kits to create.
What are Makerspaces?
A 3-D world where users create avatars and interact online.
What are virtual worlds?
A programming style built around reusable “objects” that store data and actions together.
What is object-oriented programming?
A game that mimics real-life situations to teach players how to react or make decisions.
What is a simulation game?
The process of exploring challenges that don’t have one single correct answer.
What are ill-structured problems?
A learning style focused on designing and creating rather than memorizing facts.
What is maker-based learning?
A 3-D digital character that represents a person in a virtual space.
What is an avatar?