AEDT 4120U – Serious Gaming and Simulations

The purpose of this course is to examine the history and current status of educational games and their use in learning. Student will analyze a variety of different game types including classroom games, computer games and simulations, and online games and identify the principles of game design and animation. Topics will include, but are not limited to, research dealing with the effects of the use of games and simulations in the context of learning for all ages.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 4703U