Quest2Teach: The Impact of Immersive Games to Bridge Theory and Practice in Teacher Education

• In Event: TED - Games That Teach Teachers

Short Description

Quest2Teach is a game-infused 3D learning environment and professional network designed for teacher preparation programs, to bridge between students’ coursework and its application into the field. In Quest2Teach, learners play out roles, fail safely, and gain fluency in educational theories. Game analytics feed back into a social network, leveraging achievement layers and professional communities to extend digital experiences into real life. Extensive design-based research findings will illustrate the process, impact and culture of these implementations.

Authors

• Anna Arici, Center for Games & Impact, Arizona State University

• Sasha Barab, Center for Games & Impact, Arizona State University