Project Based Learning

Too much of traditional education is like having a manual for the game, but students spend all their time with the manual and not playing the game. Gee argues that playing video games is constant assessment and feedback, that is, the learning progresses based on moment to moment interactions, decisions, negotiations, and strategies of the student (player).  “Scientists have always learned the language of science by doing the science.” When do students want to read book? Often after they have experienced the subject matter and are now curious and want to learn more.  Games provide a way for players to participate and to produce something, to have a consequence on an environment. Games go beyond age grading - anyone can at time be a mentor or a learner. Gee argues that games are engaging kids more than ever in reading and writing, contrary to attitudes that games are killing literacy.