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Why Your Kids Should Play Video Games All Summer Long

Summer has arrived and parents all over the world are faced with one question: What should my kids do all summer? Now before you start throwing tomatoes at me through your screen on the basis of my headline, you should know that I’m someone who advocates for balance in all aspects of one’s life. I…

July 11, 2018 // Jennifer Javornik

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Accomplishing the Impossible with Game-Based Learning

We’ve previously established that digital learning games can aid in engaging struggling young learners, help players develop 21st century skills, and even teach a marketer how to code… …but did you know that educational games also allow players to accomplish the impossible? Today we’re going to explore how digital games can simulate nearly any situation,…

July 30, 2018 // James LaPierre

Resource Roundup: VR for Learning

We’re obsessed with the intersection of VR and education – join us for a closer look at some of our most popular immersive learning resources!

April 28, 2021 // James LaPierre

5 Popular Video Games You Never Realized Were Educational

In the world of game-based learning, there exist a handful of games recognizable by players, teachers, and adults alike- titles like Minecraft: Education Edition, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, and The Oregon Trail, to name a few. But as those of us entrenched in the educational games space know, these titles are simply…

August 15, 2018 // James LaPierre

Educational Board Games for All Subjects [8 Games!]

On the hunt for offline game-based learning fun? We’re switching gears a bit today – instead of talking about video games like we usually do, we’re going to take a look at another equally valuable facet of the game-based learning world: educational board games. The fact is making a game of any sort is an…

August 8, 2018 // James LaPierre

Planet Mechanic Classroom Study

At Filament Games, we don’t simply make learning games – rather, we strive to create memorable game-based learning experiences that result in lasting, real-world impact. Accordingly, we routinely work with real-world educators to conduct classroom studies in an effort to deepen our understanding of the subject matter efficacy of our games. One such study –…

August 22, 2018 // James LaPierre

Breaking Boundaries in Science is Available Now!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our latest game: Breaking Boundaries in Science. Developed in partnership with Oculus, Breaking Boundaries is an interactive VR celebration of some of history’s most influential women in STEM. Designed and available exclusively for the Oculus Go and Samsung Gear VR, Breaking Boundaries immerses players in the life and times…

August 28, 2018 // James LaPierre

The Perfect Platform for Personalized Learning: Video Games

Marketing Director Brandon Pittser tapped 2018 as a big year for personalized learning in our most recent EdTech predictions article, citing a series of sizable investments from the Facebook-backed philanthropic powerhouse Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. For those unfamiliar with personalized learning, the term refers to the idea that each learner needs a learning experience that is…

September 10, 2018 // James LaPierre

Game-Based Learning for Homeschoolers: A How-To Guide

Our team spends a lot of time guiding teachers through the process of implementing high-quality learning games in their K12 classrooms – but we simply can’t forget about our homeschooling friends! Which is exactly why we created this article: a complete how-to guide for getting started with our award-winning library of Filament Learning games! Let’s jump…

October 10, 2018 // James LaPierre

Immigration Nation Remastered: An Interview with Game Designer Colin Skinner

To celebrate the recent launch of iCivics’ newly-upgraded Immigration Nation, we sat down with Colin Skinner, Game Designer at Filament Games and lead designer on the project, for a behind-the-screens look at the process of remaking one of iCivics’ most celebrated games. Check out the full interview below! Tell us a little about yourself and…

October 8, 2018 // James LaPierre

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