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How Mainstream Video Games are Being Used as Teaching Tools
http://www.eschoolnews.com/2013/01/08/how-mainstream-video-games-are-being-used-as-teaching-tools/?

I have not posted much this year about game-based education, but the link above for the titled article above continues to illustrate how game-based learning engages students in learning.  I think one of the points in the article that stands out for me is how grades can be meaningless for students whereas being challenged to reach "the next level" in a video game is what keeps students in the game.  Students interviewed across the district in the Digital Learning Day video commented how playing games can make learning fun.  The format of game-based education is not just using video games in the classroom, but also using the format that video games use to teach in your classroom.  The idea of reaching the "next level" in learning will keep students engaged in projects and activities.  Challenge yourself to try games in your classroom.  If you are interested in more information just send me an email.