This blog is about teaching with technology from my perspective as a veteran teacher of 22 years. When I started teaching, I really didn't have a computer in my classroom. I took my students to the computer lab to learn how to type and play Oregon Trail. Times have certainly changed! This blog is my way of documenting the challenges and successes of teaching in the 21st century.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Should computer games be played in school?
As a classroom teacher, I have found that using computer games for reinforcing concepts taught in class can be beneficial. Students find the games to be engaging and challenging. Elementary students seem to be especially "wired" for learning with technology games. They are useful when planning differentiated instruction or scaffolded instruction as many of the games are tailored to the ability level of the student as they play the game to acheive higher levels of skills.
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