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Martinez, Léa; Gimenes, Manuel; Lambert, Eric – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2022
Entertainment video games are very popular among young audiences. Nevertheless, despite their potential to improve cognitive functioning, they are still studied rarely as a tool for digital game-based learning. To better understand video gaming practices' value in the classroom, this article provides a systematic review of literature on the effect…
Descriptors: Video Games, Game Based Learning, Literature Reviews, Second Language Learning
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Lei, Hao; Chiu, Ming Ming; Wang, Danyi; Wang, Chenxin; Xie, Tongwei – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2022
This meta-analysis examines the effects of game-based learning (GBL), compared with traditional instructional methods, on the science achievement of students, ranging from primary school to university. Results from the 41 primary studies of 6256 participants showed heterogeneity among effect sizes. The random effects model results showed a…
Descriptors: Game Based Learning, Science Achievement, Meta Analysis, Elementary Secondary Education
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Mao, Weijie; Cui, Yunhuo; Chiu, Ming M.; Lei, Hao – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2022
As past studies showed mixed results, this meta-analysis determined game-based learning's overall effect on students' critical thinking and tested for moderators, using 21 effect sizes from 20 empirical studies of 1,947 participants. The results showed that game-based learning had a significant positive overall effect on students' critical…
Descriptors: Game Based Learning, Critical Thinking, Effect Size, Role Playing
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Yu, Qing; Yu, Kun – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2023
Body movements are regarded as part of the learning process. With the evolution of motion-sensing technology (MST) (e.g., Kinect, Xtion Pro, and Leap Motion), educational researchers try to explore the effect of MST on learning. However, the effect of MST on learning performance is still unclear. This is the first meta-analysis that aims to…
Descriptors: Human Body, Motion, Information Technology, Computer Software
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Wang, Xinyue; Cheng, Mengmeng; Li, Xinfeng – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2023
Computational thinking (CT) is considered a fundamental skill that everyone in the 21st century should have. Game-based learning (GBL) may be used to teach CT, and it's necessary to clarify how to design and implement game-based CT teaching. The literature was systematically searched for empirical studies published between 2011 and 2021.…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, Game Based Learning, Teaching Methods
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Ma, Jingsi; Zhang, Yi; Zhu, Zhifang; Zhao, Sunan; Wang, Qiyun – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2023
Computational thinking (CT) education has drawn increasing attention from educators and researchers. This study conducted a meta-analysis of 27 empirical studies to examine the effectiveness of game-based learning (GBL) for fostering students' CT. The effects of various factors on the learning process for acquiring CT were also examined. The…
Descriptors: Game Based Learning, Computation, Thinking Skills, Instructional Effectiveness
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Qing Yu; Kun Yu; Baomin Li – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2025
Computer programming is regarded as an important skill for the future. However, many K-12 students face challenges and difficulties in learning traditional text-based programming. Block-based visual programming (BVP) can reduce the difficulty of learning programming and is seen as a potential programming education tool. Nevertheless, the effects…
Descriptors: Programming, Computer Science Education, Visual Aids, Outcomes of Education
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Fan, Min; Antle, Alissa N.; Warren, Jillian L. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2020
In this article, we present a systematic review of literature on augmented reality (AR) supported for early language learning. We analyzed a total of 53 papers from 2010 to 2019 using qualitative analysis with complementary descriptive quantitative analysis. Our findings revealed three main AR learning activities: word spelling games, word…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Language Acquisition, Educational Research, Spelling