LTEC 6310 - Digital Game-Based Learning

3 hours

Provides an overview of digital game-based learning. Major topics include educational benefits of digital games, game analysis, game design, constructionist gaming and gamification. Engages students in various authentic tasks, including creating an informative and persuasive infographic on the educational benefits of digital games, analyzing a digital learning game, designing a 3D game-based learning environment, and designing a learning activity that engages students in game design. In addition, students are expected to conduct a literature review on a topic of their interest. Each of the major assignments involves peer feedback and reflection.

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $13.80