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Research Roundup: Proof That Games Work in Business Training

// Brandon Pittser

As it turns out, playful learning is serious business. Over the past year, researchers have released a wave of data showing how game-based learning boosts engagement, decision-making, and retention in professional settings. The following studies spanning sales, leadership, compliance, and workforce safety demonstrate that when games are designed with purpose, they deliver measurable business results.…

Research Roundup: Slow Games for Fast Times

// Brandon Pittser

The modern attention span is stretched thin. Every app wants our eyes, every feed wants our time, and every notification insists it’s urgent. Against that background of noise, a quiet design movement has taken root. Slow games ask players to pause, breathe, and notice. They replace the race for points with the rhythm of small,…

Research Roundup: Game-Based Learning and Pediatric Players

// Brandon Pittser

One of the most remarkable qualities of game-based learning is its versatility – it can captivate and educate learners of almost any age. From older adults using games to sharpen cognitive skills to young children exploring foundational concepts through play, the format offers a rare blend of accessibility, engagement, and adaptability. Today, we’re zooming in…

Research Roundup: New Studies Reveal the Impact of Games on Learning and Motivation

// Brandon Pittser

Looking for evidence that games can transform education? The latest research continues to demonstrate how game-based learning environments are reshaping how students engage with complex topics across different educational contexts. Let’s explore some fascinating new findings that showcase the power of games to enhance learning outcomes. Virtual Reality Goes Environmental  In an innovative study examining…

Research Roundup: 2024 Studies on Game-based Learning

// Brandon Pittser

It seems too good to be true. You’ve heard rumors about the exciting new research that’s emerging around the power of games to engage, motivate, and enhance learning outcomes, but surely there’s no single educational technology with all that power, right? Right!? Gentle reader, we’re here to reassure you.  via Tenor And here’s the proof!…

Research Roundup: Game-based Learning and Social-Emotional Learning

// Alyssa Froehling

Game-based learning and social-emotional learning are the perfect pair! As more and more research emerges on the benefits of both, it’s becoming increasingly clear that combining these two approaches can lead to incredible outcomes for learners of all ages. In this research roundup, we’re exploring the latest studies on the intersection of game-based learning and…

Research Roundup: Game-based Learning and STEM Education

// Alyssa Froehling

The combination of game-based learning and STEM education has always been a hotbed of innovation, but new and advancing technologies are making it even more exciting as of late! From cutting-edge virtual reality experiences to cleverly designed mobile games, educators and game developers alike are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible when engaging students in…

Research Roundup: Game-based Learning and Language Acquisition

// Alyssa Froehling

We don’t hide the fact that we love game-based learning and all of its many benefits – including its ability to assist students who are learning new languages! Today, we’re exploring what recent research has found on game-based learning for language acquisition. Through the following studies, we’ll explore the latest discoveries and findings on educational…

Research Roundup: Game-based Learning and Critical Thinking Skills

// Alyssa Froehling

Let’s illuminate the symbiotic relationship between game-based learning and critical thinking skills! Today, we have a research roundup that does just that. From exploring the nuanced dynamics of student discourse in an 8th-grade social studies classroom to witnessing the immersive impact of digital role-playing games on high school students, each of the following studies contributes…

Research Roundup: The Latest Game-based Learning Insights

// Alyssa Froehling

Educational games are not just a niche, but a dynamic and inclusive approach for learners of all ages and backgrounds! Today on the blog, we’re diving into a collection of groundbreaking studies featuring game-based learning, all published in 2023.  These studies span a spectrum of subjects, from preschool education to vocational training, and shed light…

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