What's in a Test? Video Games as a Model for Assessing Learning Behaviors

• In Event: Poster Session 12
  In Poster Session: Research on Games Poster Session

Abstract

Recent studies suggest that modern video games activities are based on traditional learning theories such as scaffolding and interactive tasks with frequent feedback (Shute, Ke, & Wang, 2017). However, very little research has been conducted on using video games as methods of collecting assessment data (Shute, Ke, & Wang, 2017). In the current study, data was collected on gameplay across the constructs of knowledge interaction, formative (within-game) activities, and summative (endgame) outcomes. From this data, a path model was designed and analyzed. Implications for this model were discussed.

Authors

• Michael McCreery, University of Nevada - Las Vegas

• Jeffrey Robert Laferriere, University of Nevada - Las Vegas

• Catherine Bacos, University of Nevada - Las Vegas

• S. Kathleen Krach, Florida State University