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A Computer-based Educational Adventure Challenging Children to Interact with the Natural Environment Through Physical Exploration and Experimentation
Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer Supported Education, Vol.1, pp.93-98
CSEDU 2014: 6th International Conference on Computer Supported Education (Barcelona, Spain, 01/04/2014 - 03/04/2014)
2014
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Abstract
The researchers paper discusses the development of a computer-based educational game which challenges children to interact with the natural environment through physical exploration and experimentation. The researchers project seeks to counteract the negative behaviours associated with excessive computer game play amongst children 8 to 12 years old. By leveraging the positive learning outcomes that can be achieved through computer gaming and combining these with outdoor learning strategies, Jumping the Fence encourages children to take responsibility for surveying and caring for a local ecosystem. The game requires children to reflect critically on their computer use, become more physically active, gain social skills and develop an affinity towards nature. Educators are able to adapt the game to their school's own curriculum and thereby provide an alternative learning strategy that encourages physical and social engagement.
Details
- Title
- A Computer-based Educational Adventure Challenging Children to Interact with the Natural Environment Through Physical Exploration and Experimentation
- Creators
- Uwe Terton (Author) - University of the Sunshine CoastIan White (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast
- Publication Details
- Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computer Supported Education, Vol.1, pp.93-98
- Conference
- CSEDU 2014: 6th International Conference on Computer Supported Education (Barcelona, Spain, 01/04/2014 - 03/04/2014)
- Publisher
- SciTePress; Barcelona, Spain
- Identifiers
- 991012952831502368
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Business, Law and Arts
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Conference proceeding