Using Games to Teach Computer Science Concepts

January 1, 2016 | Media and Technology, Professional Development, Conferences, and Networks

Games that help players develop an understanding of computer science concepts are a promising alternative to the current emphasis on programming. This workshop will introduce participants to digital and analog games that demonstrate how CS concepts can be integrated with game play and engaging story contexts. Relevant issues such as the use of player data for assessment of learning, the role of narrative in educational games, and the challenges of identifying appropriate concepts for game-based learning will also be addressed.

Associated Projects

Full Text AISL Pathways: The Role of Story in Games to Teach Computer Science Concepts to Middle School Girls

TEAM MEMBERS

Elisabeth Gee

Author

Arizona State University

Kelly Tran

Author

Arizona State University

Earl Aguilera

Author

Arizona State University

Casper Harteveld

Author

Northeastern University

Gillian Smith

Author

Northeastern University

Yetunde Folajimi

Author

Northeastern University

Carolee Stewart-Gardiner

Author

Kean University

Stephanie Eordanidis

Author

Kean University

Gail Carmichael

Author

Shopify

Citation

Publication Name: Proceedings of Games, Learning and Society Conference 12

Funders

NSF

Funding Program: AISL

Award Number: 1421806

Resource Type: Reference Materials

Discipline: Computing and information science

Audience: Middle School Children (11-13) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Media and Technology | Games, Simulations, and Interactives | Professional Development, Conferences, and Networks | Professional Development and Workshops

Access and Inclusion: Women and Girls

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