Cell Block: The Creation of a Video Game for Seventh Grade Science Students
Date
2009-04-16
Authors
Contributor
Advisor
Department
Instructor
Depositor
Speaker
Researcher
Consultant
Interviewer
Narrator
Transcriber
Annotator
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Department of Educational Technology, University of Hawaii
Volume
Number/Issue
Starting Page
Ending Page
Alternative Title
Abstract
Today’s classroom model is based on a 19th century industrial model that is not designed to serve the needs of current 21st century students. This paper details the design and creation of a two-dimensional,
side-scrolling video game on cell structure and function of the typical animal cell for seventh grade science students in an intermediate school in Hawaii. Students who had a difficult time learning the material presented in traditional methods played the video game in order to review the materials and reinforce their understanding. Results show a significant difference between some students’ scores on pre and post assessment data indicating that their understanding of the concepts improved after playing the video game. Observational data from the classroom teacher included in the discussion provide insight on the decline in other students’ postassessment scores. Expert and student feedback regarding game play are also discussed.
Description
Keywords
video games, instructional design, computer games, videogames, Video games, Computer games, Instructional systems -- Design, Educational innovations, Computer-assisted instruction
Citation
Reece, D.M.K. (2009, April 16). Cell Block: The creation of a video game for seventh grade science students. Paper presented at the 14th Annual Technology, Colleges, and Community Worldwide Online Conference.
Extent
12 pages
Format
Geographic Location
Time Period
Related To
Related To (URI)
Table of Contents
Rights
Copyright is held by author. Request permission for use.
Rights Holder
Local Contexts
Collections
Email libraryada-l@lists.hawaii.edu if you need this content in ADA-compliant format.