Monthly Archives: March 2007

Use of Video Games in the Classroom

Posted on March 26, 2007 by Rob

John Kirriemuir and Angela McFarlane (2003) wrote a survey-based conference paper on how “pure” computer and video games (that is, games that are not explicitly designed to be educational) tend to be used in classrooms. Kirriemuir and McFarlane report that games … Continue reading →

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Affinity Spaces and Learning

Posted on March 25, 2007 by Rob

James Paul Gee (2004) devotes a chapter to “affinity spaces” — online and/or face to face interactive spaces consisting of people held together because of shared activities, interests, and goals — in his book, Situated Language and Learning: A Critique … Continue reading →

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Nintendo Wii, Ebay Prices, and Learning

Posted on March 7, 2007 by Rob

Looks like eBay prices on the Nintendo Wii are finally starting to drop to around the $320-$330ish range. As of yet, there aren’t too many software titles to choose from besides Zelda, Madden NFL Football, and the pack-in Wii Sports … Continue reading →

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