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Mining Educational Implications of Minecraft
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Baek, Youngkyun; Min, Ellen; Yun, Seongchul – Computers in the Schools, 2020
This study explored the educational potential of Minecraft, which has been widely used since its first release in 2009. Articles about Minecraft were searched for in ProQuest. Data were gathered from 28 articles that were indicative of three categories: integration into curriculum; student engagement, interest, and enthusiasm; and knowledge and…
Descriptors: Video Games, Technology Uses in Education, Learner Engagement, Skill Development
Meeting International Society for Technology in Education Competencies with a Problem-Based Learning Video Framework
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Skoretz, Yvonne M.; Cottle, Amy E. – Computers in the Schools, 2011
Meeting International Society for Technology in Education competencies creates a challenge for teachers. The authors provide a problem-based video framework that guides teachers in enhancing 21st century skills to meet those competencies. To keep the focus on the content, the authors suggest teaching the technology skills only at the point the…
Descriptors: Video Technology, Problem Based Learning, Teaching Methods, Educational Technology
Integrating Technology in a Geometry Classroom: Issues for Teaching.
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Pokay, Patricia A.; Tayeh, Carla – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Based on a college-level geometry course, presents practical suggestions for integrating exploratory computer applications into the mathematics classroom. Reveals that students need more experimental time with technology to reduce anxiety, and assessments need to be developed and implemented to tap the outcomes of problem solving and higher level…
Descriptors: Computer Anxiety, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Discovery Learning
Computer Programming: A Medium for Teaching Problem Solving.
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Casey, Patrick J. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Argues that including computer programming in the curriculum as a medium for instruction is a feasible alternative for teaching problem solving. Discusses the nature of problem solving; the problem-solving elements of discovery, motivation, practical learning situations and flexibility which are inherent in programming; capabilities of computer…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education