Why i use game playing to assist learning

I have been using games to assist learning for over five years. Initially I used simulations- a software based approximation of real life situations to enable learning of almost real life experiences. But simulations are expensive, have a computer based interface and rarely mimic real-life interactions… the computer and simulation are as much an actor as the learners.

Looking for something more relatable, cost-effective and realistic I have added physical board and card games to my teaching skill set .… Read more