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Alvarez-Vargas, Daniela; Perez, Jessica Paola Lopez; Bermudez, Vanessa Noemy; Beltrán-Grimm, Susana; Santana, Evelyn; Begolli, Kreshnik; Bustamante, Andres Sebastian – Theory Into Practice, 2023
In this article, we demonstrate how playful learning serves to provide optimal learning opportunities through teacher-guided play. First, we describe the theoretical design principles that can be leveraged to support mathematical learning for students that have been underserved. Then, we provide concrete examples of evidence-based games that can…
Descriptors: Evidence Based Practice, Physical Activities, Play, Mathematics Education
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Gillespie, Bruce – Teaching & Learning Inquiry, 2022
Research shows that high levels of engagement help students learn more effectively, feel better about their learning, and improve retention rates. One reason why students report low engagement is a perceived disconnect between theory (what they learn in class) and practice (what happens in the outside world). This paper reports on the results of a…
Descriptors: Story Telling, Educational Technology, Game Based Learning, Learner Engagement
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Aranguren, Patricia; Sánchez, Daniel; Casi, Álvaro; Araiz, Miguel; Catalán, Leyre – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2022
The nowadays European educational framework boosts applying the learned theoretical concepts to real situations. Hence, practice sessions are key resources to present students direct applications of the theoretical concepts shown in class. Thus, developing new educational equipment and practice sessions oriented to bringing theoretical knowledge…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Game Based Learning, Educational Games, Educational Equipment
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Roxana Draganoiu; Florica Moldoveanu; Anca Morar; Alin Moldoveanu – Interactive Learning Environments, 2024
Almost all educational systems still rely on traditional teaching methods: children must absorb huge uncorrelated amounts of information from various disciplines, multidisciplinary aspects are not developed, the fun factor is missing in most of the classes. Many children sometimes do not fully understand the presented theoretical concepts and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Students, Middle School Mathematics, Middle School Students
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Rittinger, Eric R. – Journal of Political Science Education, 2020
A growing literature highlights the benefits of playing the classic board game Diplomacy in international relations (IR) courses. But how exactly can it help students to learn not only about different IR theories, but also about what it means to "use" a theory in the first place? To address this question, I highlight my experiences…
Descriptors: International Relations, Public Affairs Education, Game Based Learning, Introductory Courses
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McGregor, Gillian; Bartle, Emma – Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 2019
The education of healthcare professionals is critical for the safe delivery of services to patients (Ricciardi & de Paolis, 2014). Postgraduate psychology students undertaking a professional degree encounter a steep learning curve when transitioning from theoretical knowledge to professional practice. This beginning student stage of…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Psychology, Graduate Students, Instructional Effectiveness