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Elemental Learning and the Pyramid of Fidelity

Elemental Learning and the Pyramid of Fidelity
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Author(s): J. V. Dempsey (University of South Alabama, USA)
Copyright: 2010
Pages: 26
Source title: Gaming and Cognition: Theories and Practice from the Learning Sciences
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Richard Van Eck (University of North Dakota, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-61520-717-6.ch004

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Abstract

One of the emerging issues for educators who recognize the importance of digital games and virtual worlds is fidelity to learning outcomes, both intentional and incidental. In this chapter, from the perspective of an educator, the author introduces an integrated framework that emphasizes elemental learning. The model, based on learning analysis and direct measurement of learning is iterative, as opposed to a front-end-only approach, and includes five major cognitive learning outcomes: actual elements, simulated elements, procedural understanding, conceptual understanding, and related knowledge. For each of the learning outcomes, the author provides design propositions and an example.

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