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Berson, Ilene R.; Berson, Michael J.; Snow, Bert – Social Education, 2017
Game-based learning not only contributes to a learning environment that is interesting and engaging for students but also fosters collaboration while meeting educational goals. Recognizing the potential of digital games to promote primary-source use for discovery and problem-solving, the Library of Congress established funding to advance the…
Descriptors: Primary Sources, Computer Software, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Games
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Ige, Olugbenga Adedayo; Hlalele, Dipane Joseph – Education and Information Technologies, 2017
The need to enhance students' learning outcomes has become integral in secondary schools in developing countries due to increased students enrollment. Research has shown that the strategies utilized in teaching secondary school students have significant influence on their learning outcomes. At present in Nigeria, public secondary schools have not…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Blended Learning, Teaching Methods, Outcomes of Education
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Yang, Ya-Ting Carolyn – Computers & Education, 2012
This study investigates the effectiveness digital game-based learning (DGBL) on students' problem solving, learning motivation, and academic achievement. In order to provide substantive empirical evidence, a quasi-experimental design was implemented over the course of a full semester (23 weeks). Two ninth-grade Civics and Society classes, with a…
Descriptors: Grade 9, Civics, Academic Achievement, Learning Motivation
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Pye, Jonathan; Sullivan, Jason – International Journal of Social Education, 2001
Examines the use of computer-based software strategies during instruction by Missouri middle school social studies teachers. Finds that 73 percent of the teachers regularly use one or more strategies. Reports the Internet is predominant, school district administrative initiatives influence integration, and a positive affect on the learning…
Descriptors: Civics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Environment