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Nurturing Problem-Solvers Inside and Outside the Realm of Games (Podcast)

How can we prepare students for the real world through game-based learning experiences? Our CEO, Dan White, recently joined the Shifting Schools podcast to discuss the future of learning games and the importance of focusing on 21st century skills and conceptual understandings in K-12 education. via Giphy Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman,…

What’s New in Game-based Learning – April 2024

Spring is in full bloom, and so is the educational gaming industry! 🌷🌱 As we kick off April, it’s time to dig into the latest and greatest news on learning games, serious games, and AR/VR for learning. From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, educators and game developers are pushing…

Game-Based Learning for Art and Art History Education

Are video games and art classrooms an intuitive pairing – or like oil and water? At first glance, video games and art education may seem like unlikely companions. But when we looked further into the combination of pixels and paintings, we found a vibrant, creative nexus with exciting possibilities for learning! Today’s blog will explore…

Filament Games Podcast | Season 6 Episode 8 – Games for Change Festival Interview with Stan Pierre-Louis

What does the future hold for gaming as entertainment and beyond? As President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), this week’s Filament Games Podcast guest Stan Pierre-Louis is a prominent strategic leader of the US video game industry. via Giphy As President and CEO of ESA, he spearheads the organization’s public policy efforts,…

What’s New in Game-based Learning – March 2024

This collection of game-based learning news will make you want to celebrate – like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow! In case you’re new around here, What’s New in Game-based Learning is a recurring segment on our blog that highlights the latest developments, trends, and innovations surrounding game-based learning. This series…

Game Your Way to a Career: Content Creators

Welcome to the final installment of “Game Your Way to a Career.” In this conclusion to our series on video games and 21st century skills, we’re discussing content creators, and how building skills related to content creation can give gamers a leg up in many different career paths! Read on to discover what exactly a…

How Video Games Teach Communication Skills

Communication is a vital skill. Whether you’re at home with family, out with friends, or having discussions at work or school, the ability to convey your ideas, needs, feelings, and thoughts is crucial. There’s many different ways to communicate – from writing an email to body language to signing to speaking – but regardless of…

Game Your Way to a Career: Entrepreneurs

You know what time it is! That’s right, it’s time for another installment of our “Game Your Way to a Career” series. This time, we’re talking about entrepreneurship. Today, we’ll explore the overlap between game-based learning, esports, and 21st-century skills to discover how this combination can cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit in K-12 learners. via Giphy…

Color Blindness Accessibility in Video Games

As an educational game developer, our games must be inclusive and enjoyable for players with diverse needs. In this insightful interview, we delve into Filament’s recent steps toward colorblind accessibility. Featuring Shawn Baxter, UI/UX Designer, and Kylie Gilde, Gameplay Engineer, this interview sheds light on their collaborative efforts to integrate customizable colorblind settings into Filament’s…

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