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Research Roundup: Game-Based Language Learning

Language immersion programs, Rosetta Stone, face-to-face classroom instruction, and more – all tried and true methods of acquiring the skills necessary to speak a new language. But what happens when game-based learning enters the fray? A number of recent studies have attempted to determine the efficacy of digital game-based language learning programs, providing evidence that…

March 19, 2018 // James LaPierre

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Print Publishing in the Digital Age: An Interview with Jennifer Barney

Today we’re interviewing Jennifer Barney, Vice President of Acquisitions & Project Management at Publications International, Filament’s partner on the recently released VR Explorations. Jennifer is a seasoned publishing industry expert, and sat down with us to share her take on the past, present, and future of print publishing in the digital age. Tell us about…

April 4, 2018 // Brandon Pittser

Virtual Reality in the Classroom: 3 Real-World Applications

Virtual reality is poised to radically change the way we learn – but what exactly does that look like? We’ve been following the state of VR in the classroom for several years now, even offering some of our own predictions along the way. Want a glimpse at what the technology-empowered classrooms of the future might look like?…

April 18, 2018 // James LaPierre

Organizing Engaging Events for Young People

I’ve recently had the privilege of participating in a number of game-based learning events for youth in the Madison area, namely through Spring Harbor Middle School and the Madison Urban League’s Spring Break Gaming and Coding Day at the Madison Central Public Library. Both events were aimed primarily at middle schoolers, with the library event inclusive…

May 14, 2018 // Brandon Pittser

Inspiring Educators in Game-Based Learning

As an educational game development studio on a mission to create playful experiences that improve people’s lives, the team at Filament pays a lot of attention to the commercial games space and the trends that are capturing audiences’ imaginations and attention – but that’s just one half of the equation. In equal measure, we keep…

June 13, 2018 // Brandon Pittser

5 Great Games That Teach Computer Science

We’ve previously written about some of the many ways you can teach yourself to code for free – but are there game-based learning solutions for those who seek a more playful programming learning experience? Whether you’re future-focused parent wishing to expose your child to the basics of programming or a computer science teacher attempting to level…

May 30, 2018 // James LaPierre

Visit Filament Games at ISTE 2018!

The summer heat has finally arrived, which can only mean one thing: it’s ISTE season! ☀️ This year, we’re amplifying our presence with three unique opportunities to connect and check out our games. In Filament Games’ own Booth #1734, we’ll be offering visitors a chance to be among the first to try an early, in-development version…

June 20, 2018 // James LaPierre

10 Brilliant Game-Based Learning TED Talks

Check out some of our favorite game-based learning TED Talks from leading experts in game development, education, neuroscience, and more!

July 22, 2020 // James LaPierre

Exploring Ancient Egypt Through Video Games – A Look at Assassin’s Creed Origins’ Discovery Mode

“We are really here to say ‘You know what? Video games can bring more than entertainment.’” – Jean Guesdon, Creative Director – Assassin’s Creed: Origins (2017) For more than a decade, Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed series has immersed players in the stories, environments, and histories of settings such as the Italian Renaissance, Imperial China, and more. While the…

July 2, 2018 // James LaPierre

Top EdTech Takeaways from ISTE 2018

Dubbed “the epicenter of EdTech,” the annual ISTE conference is a celebration of the world’s most cutting-edge organizations, research, and innovations operating at the fascinating intersection of education and technology. Featuring more than 16,000 attendees, 1,000 sessions, and 600 expo exhibitors spread across 3 days, this year’s show was a massive success (no pun intended). With…

June 27, 2018 // James LaPierre

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