Title :
The game of Life Science self-directed learning in a middle school classroom
Author :
Ardito, Gerald P.
Author_Institution :
Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle Sch., Pace Univ., Pleasantville, NY, USA
Abstract :
A state-mandated 8th grade Life Science curriculum reconfigured as a set of self-directed learning experiences. Throughout the year of the program, students demonstrated high levels of engagement and participation. Additionally, they began to relate to this set of self-directed learning experiences as an open-ended, multi-player game.
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; computer games; educational courses; natural sciences computing; life science curriculum; life science game; middle school classroom; open-ended multiplayer game; self-directed learning; Computers; Conferences; Educational institutions; Games; Laboratories; Technological innovation; education; educational technology; gaming; learning environments;
Conference_Titel :
Games Innovation Conference (IGIC), 2012 IEEE International
Conference_Location :
Rochester, NY
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4673-1359-9
DOI :
10.1109/IGIC.2012.6329848
