Student Authored Digital Games as Authentic Learning Tools: Using the Can You Create a Game Framework in Elementary Classrooms

• In Event: RTD - Digital Video Games and Learning

Short Description

Teachers struggle to make connections between the use of freely available game authoring software and state mandated content standards for assessment. This research examined three elementary STEM teachers use of the Can You Create a Game Challenge developed by the author within 4th and 5th grade classrooms, including assessment of Next Generation Science standards. Findings from the research, the framework, example game tasks and rubrics, as well as areas for further research will be shared.

Authors

• Leanna Prater, University of Kentucky

• Joan Mazur, University of Kentucky