Learning a foreign language has evolved beyond traditional classrooms, thanks to gamified and AI-enhanced apps. Duolingo, with over 16 million users, exemplifies how technology makes vocabulary and grammar practice enjoyable.
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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.
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Mark Jacobs, a graduate of Clark University, has embraced "gamification" in education while leading the Longview School in New York. He integrated games like Minecraft and Civilization into his curriculum to enhance problem-solving and historical discussions.
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AI's growing presence in academia sparks debates about academic integrity and potential cheating. In response, universities are updating policies to address ethical responsibilities tied to AI. Students in the UK now sign declarations regarding their AI tool usage in research.
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A study by Dr. Ani Atanasova at "St. St. Cyril and Methodius Primary School" in Smolyan, Bulgaria, investigates the effects of game-based learning on student engagement and academic performance. Utilizing Pixelhunters' Multiplayer Team Training Platform, the research focused on 4th and 6th graders in math and Bulgarian language.
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The healthcare industry's fascination with gamification is evolving into genuine game design, leveraging insights from the video game industry to enhance engagement and behavior change.
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The U.S. Space Force, established in 2019, aims to protect the nation’s satellite network and space operations against emerging threats from countries like China and Russia. Drawing on recruits known as Guardians, the Space Force seeks tech-savvy individuals, particularly gamers, for their conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills.
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The video game industry is becoming more inclusive, with major titles featuring diverse characters, including transgender representation. Despite these strides, issues like sexism and gender discrimination persist, particularly in online gaming environments.
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Role-playing games (RPGs) effectively entertain and educate players through immersive storytelling. This guide explores designing an RPG centered on public administration, highlighting core concepts like policy implementation, budgeting, and ethics.
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Oldham Active, the charitable trust managing leisure facilities in Oldham, has launched a specialized Learn to Swim program for children aged three and up. Developed by Aquatics Brand Manager Becca Thomas, the program focuses on creating a fun, engaging environment that emphasizes water safety and core skills through games.
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The video game industry has made strides toward inclusivity, with major titles featuring transgender characters and options for non-binary identities. Despite this progress, online gaming communities still experience sexism, and women comprise only 30% of game developers.
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In recent years, the therapeutic benefits of role-playing games (RPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Final Fantasy have gained attention for their positive impact on mental health.
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Gamification is transforming EFL/ESL education by enhancing student motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes through the integration of game elements like points, badges, and leaderboards.
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Released in 1971, The Oregon Trail is considered the first survival game, designed by student teachers as an educational tool to simulate westward expansion. Players guide a wagon train over 2,000 miles, facing challenges like hunting, resource management, and unpredictable events.
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In Space Invaders Extreme 2, players shoot fast-moving aliens to prevent them from reaching the bottom of the screen. A study in Nature indicates such action games may benefit children at risk for developmental dyslexia by enhancing their ability to perceive spoken sounds.
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The US military is set to invest over $26 billion annually in gamification and simulation training by 2028, focusing on enhancing training and recruitment. While gamified training uses game-like elements to help personnel acquire skills, concerns arise regarding its effectiveness, potential desensitization, and ethical implications, especially related to underage recruitment.
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The ancient Hindu hymn likened dice games to addiction, foreshadowing the societal collapse caused by gambling in Renaissance Venice. Games have fascinated humanity for millennia, reflecting our evolutionary past and teaching us about uncertainty and social interaction.
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Gamification has proven effective in teaching complex theories and enhancing student engagement in the International Political Economy (IPE) module. By integrating NationStates, a simulation game, and board games like Risk and Settlers of Catan, students explore political concepts and international diplomacy interactively.
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Céline Veltman, a Dutch game developer, is crafting "Curiosmos," a video game inspired by her childhood fascination with space. At 28, Veltman is creating a game where players can build a solar system, observing cosmic phenomena like collisions and chemical reactions leading to planetary formation and life.
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Games have been part of human culture since ancient times, evolving from board games like The Royal Game of Ur to modern digital experiences. The 2016 Pokémon Go craze exemplifies our fascination with games.
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