Kurn Hattin educator takes gaming to the next level
Kurn Hattin educator takes gaming to the next level
Kurn Hattin educator takes gaming to the next level
July, 23, 2024
Summary
Ben Weiner, the main guide at Kurn Hattin Homes' SmartLab, emphasizes the importance of fun in learning through games. At the SmartLab Annual Conference in Denver, he highlighted how modern games—like competitive robotics and Minecraft—reflect timeless social dynamics. Weiner believes that gaming enhances education by incorporating concepts like motivation and player agency. His workshop was a standout at the event, which featured over 50 presenters and attracted hundreds. With a diverse background in performance and community organizing, Weiner is passionate about teaching in the innovative STEAM-focused SmartLab, where students engage in hands-on learning and problem-solving through play.
Reference
Brattleboro Reformer. (2024, July 23). Kurn Hattin educator takes gaming to the next level. https://www.reformer.com/education/kurn-hattin-educator-takes-gaming-to-the-next-level/article_5e69f602-4847-11ef-9e0c-cf2faaf10264.html