Narratives-supported math problem solving in game-based learning

• In Event: DELT- Game-Based Learning, Mobile Learning, and Informal Learning Contexts

Short Description

We explored how learners use narratives for math problem solving in game-based learning in this mixed-methods study. We analyzed data from video recordings, in-field observations, and semi-structured interviews. We report results from 2276 gameplay behavioral event logs. The findings suggested that learners interacted with five major types of narratives. Among them, the most common type of narrative used is object-oriented narrative that coordinates different representations; it also contributed the most to successful math problem solving.

Authors

• Presenter: Chih-Pu Dai, Florida State University

• Contributor: Fengfeng Ke, Florida State University

• Contributor: Yanjun Pan, Florida State University

• Contributor: Zhaihuan Dai, Florida State University