Effects of Game-Based Learning on Children’s Math Performance: A Meta-Analysis

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Short Description

A meta-analysis of experimental and quasi-experimental studies investigated the effects of educational games versus traditional classroom instruction on PreK-5th grade students’ math achievement. Student age and background as well as studies’ publication year were explored as potential moderators of the relationship between game-based learning and math achievement. Preliminary findings indicated that a game-based instruction was more effective than a traditional classroom instruction for teaching mathematics. Game effectiveness did not vary upon student age or background.

Authors

• Umit Tokac, FSU

• Elena Novak, Western Kentucky University