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The Gamified Classroom: part II

There are many different types of technology available to today’s teachers; But are all of them helpful?  This month’s installment of “The Gamified Classroom” explores what technology’s proper role in the classroom actually is.  Read More. . .  

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Problems with Gamification

Edward Castronova on the blog Terra Nova recently posted his thoughts on gamification.  Interestingly, he talks about how his gamified syllabi in classes have bombed and that he has mixed feelings regarding gamification.  He explains that students don’t want their grades determined by MMORPG mechanics.  He cites a number of challenges with gamifying classrooms: time [...]

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