ERIC Number: EJ1428806
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 23
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ISSN: ISSN-0952-3987
EISSN: EISSN-1469-5790
Modern Board Games and Computational Thinking: Results of a Systematic Analysis Process
Educational Media International, v61 n1-2 p161-183 2024
In recent years, modern board games (MBG) have attracted the attention of academics due to their innovative mechanics and mechanisms, which seem to facilitate the creation of spaces for the development of various aspects of computational thinking (CT). This article examines a number of MBG to identify those that contain CT-promoting mechanics. We focus on MBG whose mechanics can implicitly support the development of CT, considering these games as valuable pedagogical tools for use in the classroom. Specifically, they can be used by groups of students to introduce, discuss and practice CT concepts. The research identifies several games considered ideal for achieving the aims of the PhD study. This article essentially explores the mechanics of carefully selected MBG, reflecting on how they integrate, support or relate to the development of CT, and discusses their implementation in educational contexts. The results suggest a practical approach to the selection of CT-promoting MBG, offering valuable insight for teachers and education professionals interested in using board games in education. The results point to the potential of these games as effective resources for developing CT in primary school students, contributing to both academic research and practical applications in education.
Descriptors: Game Based Learning, Computation, Thinking Skills, Skill Development, Games, Instructional Material Evaluation, Curriculum Implementation, Foreign Countries, Elementary Schools
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Portugal
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