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Direct linkWu, Ko-Chiu; Huang, Po-Yuan – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2015
This study developed a game simulation based on problem solving in the management of urban waste. We then investigated the factors affecting the decisions made by players. During gameplay, the players sought to guide the development of a city via management strategies involving a balance of economic growth and environmental protection. Nature…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Simulated Environment, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
Spires, Hiller A.; Rowe, Jonathan P.; Mott, Bradford W.; Lester, James C. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2011
Targeted as a highly desired skill for contemporary work and life, problem solving is central to game-based learning research. In this study, middle grade students achieved significant learning gains from gameplay interactions that required solving a science mystery based on microbiology content. Student trace data results indicated that effective…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Hypothesis Testing, Microbiology, Educational Technology
