The Art of Engaging Adult Learners: Crafting Educational Games That Captivate and Educate
The Art of Engaging Adult Learners: Crafting Educational Games That Captivate and Educate
The Art of Engaging Adult Learners: Crafting Educational Games That Captivate and Educate
By Andrew Cohen
October 24, 2023
Summary
Discover how engaging educational games captivate and educate adult learners.
Through in-depth interviews with tech execs and e-learning designers and hands-on trials of their products, I've gleaned the ingredients for resonant adult learning games.
True breakthroughs lie ahead. Educators, cognitive scientists, and designers must join forces to craft a richer array of games spanning different skills, educational goals, and difficulty levels appropriate for diverse adults.
Top education games allow customization to match mature learners' preferences, like adjustable difficulty levels or multimedia features that align with visual, auditory, or kinetic learning.
There are specialized ESL games designed for adult learners to improve their language skills.
Case Study: "Virtual Taboo" and "9 Truths" for Adult Learning Taboo-style games build communication skills.
Based on my industry coverage, learning games are invaluable for engaging mature learners.
Reference
Cohen, A. (2023, October 24). The art of engaging adult learners: Crafting educational games that captivate and educate. Nerd’s Magazine. https://nerdsmagazine.com/the-art-of-engaging-adult-learners-crafting-educational-games-that-captivate-and-educate/