Making Learning Fun: An Investigation of Using a Ludic Simulation for Middle School Space Science

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Author(s): Min Liu (The University of Texas at Austin, USA), Lucas Horton (The University of Texas at Austin, USA), Jina Kang (The University of Texas at Austin, USA), Royce M. Kimmons (Brigham Young University, USA)and Jaejin Lee (The University of Seoul, South Korea)
Copyright: 2017
Pages: 23
Source title: Transforming Gaming and Computer Simulation Technologies across Industries
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Brock Dubbels (McMaster University, Canada)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1817-4.ch008

Keywords: Gaming / Information Science Reference / Media & Communications / Multimedia Technology

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We examine the use of a ludic simulation designed for middle school space science to support students' learning and motivation. A total of 383 sixth graders and 447 seventh graders participated in this study. The findings showed that sixth- and seventh-graders perceived the simulation as having substantial ludic characteristics and educational value. The results indicated that having a playful experience is important for this age group and that participating in a ludic simulation can help motivate students to learn school subjects. Results also indicated that incorporating ludus into the learning experience can improve students' attitudes toward the subject matter. Implications of policy, research, and practice with regard to using ludic simulations to support classroom-based learning were discussed.

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