Game-Based Learning to Engage Students With Physics and Astronomy Using a Board Game

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Author(s): Adriana Cardinot (National University of Ireland Galway, Galway, Ireland)and Jessamyn A. Fairfield (National University of Ireland Galway, Galway, Ireland)
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 17
Source title: Research Anthology on Developments in Gamification and Game-Based Learning
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-3710-0.ch035

Keywords: Educational Technologies / Gaming in Education / Information Science Reference / Knowledge Management and Library Science

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In this research article, the authors developed a novel astronomy board game and examined how this approach could facilitate the learning and teaching of astronomy topics covered in the new Irish Science Syllabus. A total of 119 post-primary students took part in the pilot trial across Ireland. Data was collected via feedback questionnaires, systematic observations and pre and post-test surveys. Results indicate that this astronomy board game significantly enhances students' knowledge of astronomy concepts and perceptions of scientists. Furthermore, teachers showed positive attitudes towards this approach for teaching astronomy. Additionally, the game was demonstrated as a useful learning tool and as an activity to promote social skills. The findings offer a promising basis for further exploration of the integration of game-based approaches to physics education to promote active participation and interaction, balancing the learning objectives with play.

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