Questions+for+Digital+Games+Class

Video and computer games are immensely popular among today’s students. How can educators use these programs to create meaningful learning experiences for students? As you think about your own experiences playing computer, video and Web-based games, comment and connect online about the following questions:
 * What do you think is the impact of the strong violence and intense competition found in many video or computer games on the youngsters who play them?


 * What educational advantages do you see for games that go “against the grain” by featuring cooperation, creative problem solving and peaceful solutions to problems?


 * How might you include your students’ interest in gaming when you begin teaching?