Games and Learning in Higher Education

• Games for learning

• Games and Pedagogy

• Game design techniques

Overview

Games for Learning

Games and Pedagogy

• Contextual Learning• Engagement• Critical Thinking• Active Learning

• Problem Solving• Personalisation

• Failure allowed• Self-paced• Immediate Feedback

Game Design Techniques

• Feedback based on Game Feedback• Badges and Achievements• Gamification – Issues and Benefits

Image Credits

• A Slower Speed of Light Screenshot– http://i.imgur.com/9aqOY.jpg

• Civilization IV Screenshot– http://www.flickr.com/photos/graye/56632392/

• WoW Auction Screenshot– http://www.flickr.com/photos/athanazio/2412538191/

• Flu Pandemic Simulation Screenshot– http://www.flickr.com/photos/azdelslade/4907405421/

• Foursquare logo– http://www.flickr.com/photos/dpstyles/3367761841/