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Student-Created Educational Games (Part 2)

Did you know that games created by college and university students have had a significant impact on the gaming industry since its inception? It goes to show that our community is enriched by the contributions of game designers and developers from all walks of life! In this post, we will take a look at some…

May 8, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Game-based Learning in Higher Education: A Post-Pandemic Solution

For better and for worse, the pandemic has left its mark on the education system. COVID-19 has transformed the way we learn and teach in higher education. With virtual and hybrid learning becoming the norm, universities are looking for ways to keep students motivated to keep up with their courses in and out of lecture…

May 3, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

What’s New in Game-based Learning – May 2023

Somebody call NSYNC and let them know it’s not gonna be May. As of today, it is May. via Giphy This May, we’re thrilled to present yet another no-strings-attached edition of What’s New in Game-Based Learning! This monthly roundup brings you sizzling news stories, interviews, and announcements from the realm of digital gaming. As educational…

May 1, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Applied AI and the Future of Work

As we look toward the future, there’s one technology that’s set to transform the way we work (and play!) more than any other: artificial intelligence (AI). AI has been hailed as a game-changer for businesses across industries, promising to deliver smarter, more efficient ways of working and unlocking new opportunities for growth. via Giphy While…

April 24, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Gaming for a Good Cause: More Nonprofits You Should Support

Gaming has the power to entertain, educate, and inspire! It can also be a force for good, serving as a platform for nonprofits to raise awareness and funds for their causes. A little while back, we highlighted a few charities that use gaming as a tool for social impact. In this post, we will introduce…

April 19, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Video Games, Accessibility, and Assistive Technology

Gaming has the potential to be a powerful tool for learning, entertainment, and social connection, and it’s important that everyone has access to these benefits. On the Filament Games blog, we explore all sorts of topics that fall into the intersection of video games, education, and technology, and an important topic under this umbrella is…

April 10, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

What’s New in Game-based Learning – April 2023

Ah, spring is finally here! Do you know what else is back, besides the sunshine and budding flowers? What’s New in Game-based Learning, our monthly series covering the latest developments in game-based learning! Each month, we feature the most exciting news related to educational games, games that make a difference, and augmented and virtual reality…

April 3, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Resource Roundup: Game-based Learning and the Humanities

We’ve reached the end of March! This month on the blog, we showcased how video games can provide immersive, interactive, and engaging humanities learning experiences. Read on to discover how game-based learning is changing humanities learning for the better! via Giphy Interested in learning more about the potential of game-based learning? Follow us on Twitter…

March 29, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

6 Excellent Games for Teaching World History

Learning about history can be a challenging task for many students, but video games have the potential to make it a more engaging and interactive experience. In this post, we will introduce you to six games that provide unique perspectives on historical events, cultures, and societies. From the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica to World War…

March 20, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

Research Roundup: Educational Games and Humanities Learning (Part 2)

It’s been a while since we’ve looked at the latest research surrounding educational games and humanities learning! Welcome to another Research Roundup on the impact of educational games on humanities learning. In our previous post on the topic, we explored studies that showed how games can enhance students’ understanding of art history, U.S. history, language,…

March 15, 2023 // Alyssa Froehling

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