Springer - Choosing and Using Digital Games in the Classroom

Transform your teaching approach with this comprehensive guide on digital games in education. Part of the Advances in Game-Based Learning series, this book provides a deep look at how digital games function in learning environments from K-12 through post-secondary levels. Readers will explore the history of educational games and understand the modern context for digital play. The text guides you through different methods for serious game implementation, such as the Magic Bullet Model, which examines the player's personal experience during gameplay. Beyond theory, this book offers practical tools for educators. You will find methods for measuring the actual effects of games in an educational setting and step-by-step guidance on how to create effective digital game-based learning lesson plans. This is an essential resource for anyone looking to integrate technology and gaming into a structured curriculum.