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Benefits of Educational Games

According to Rupanada Misra et al, “Today's learners are distracted easily, and game-based learning is the silver bullet because it can potentially immerse the students in content and curricula.” This quote demonstrates the importance of game-based learning in the classroom and how it is beneficial to school age children. Educational games and game-based learning have a wide array of benefits, whether academically, cognitively, or socially. These games have been known to improve engagement and help the courses come alive. These academic games are great sources for learning because they provide a layout. Layouts include problem solving, quick feedback, imagination, and teamwork skills.[1] Learning can sometimes be difficult because every kid has a certain style or way of learning that works best for them. However, with game-based learning, many styles and genres are available which can be beneficial to children who struggle in the classroom. Game styles include puzzles, memorization games, playing pretend, strategy, and sports. [1] Game-based learning environments should be implemented because they help students gain social skills and understand/follow rules.

From the article, To learn scientifically, effectively and enjoyably: A review of education games, “The value of educational games and its impact on learning are mainly considered from simulating learner motivation, improving multi-dimensional, and promoting the transformation of learning methods.”[2] This quote explains how educational games improve learning. The article suggests that not many kids are motivated to learn, and then continues to explain how the game will interest and motivate learners. Research has proven that students spend a significant amount of hours playing games than reading. [2] This proves that kids would rather play games than read a textbook. The article also points out that educational games are an effective method of multi-dimensional learning. This means that students will not only have an easier time understanding and retaining the information being presented to them, but also benefit on an emotional and social level at the same time. Another point made in the article is that, educational games improve learning outcomes. Scholars have researched and results show that game-based learning include rich learning factors; this will improve learning motivation, innovation, and high order thinking.[2] The article also suggests that these academic games produce a learning environment and promote the transformation of learning methods. Transformation of learning methods is a key way to keep the learners interested. Students can gain knowledge and have meaningful classes. Games can enhance the material and remove limits from real life situations. While participating in these educational games, students and learners are able to explore and repeat operations.

Game-based environments are the new solution to keep learning interesting and to encourage engagement. Games are different and can offer new ways of learning. [3] The combination of learning and games will lead to prolong engagement and better understanding of the academic material.