We were learning about game based learning and for our discussion assignment, I chose to write about the game Treasure Mountain. I chose this game because I remember playing it when I was a child and I found it engaging. Although this game is very outdated and there isn't a recent version of it, the educational aspects of if seem to be very great. The game integrates different subjects including reading, math, and logic. I enjoyed reading everyone else's discussion posts and learned that there are many great educational games out there.
iTunes U seems to be an interesting resource. I'm still trying to get the hang of it and figure out where everything is but overall it seems like a good resource to know of. Have a great day!
Hi Chelsea,
ReplyDeleteGame based learning is so engaging! I play a lot of games with my students but have yet to find any solid computer/video games to incorporate into my curriculum. It would be fantastic though to have some, especially something they could play on their mobile devices to keep them thinking about our units at home. It can be difficult to get them excited about projects or extra reading but I just know they would love educational games. They beg me constantly to play the review games we do in class. I never played Treasure Mountain but I remember Oregon Trail well.
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Alia