Tag Archives: educational games

EdGamer 44: Old School Games Are Building STEAM

On EdGamer this week we take a look ahead by looking back! That’s right, EdGamer44 previews some hot sequels that are due out this summer. We also reveal the results of our first ever EdReach poll question. Finally, on this episode we discuss the latest news involing everyone’s favorite on-line game emporium, Steam. Don’t miss another great episode of EdGamer as we creep towards our 50th episode!… Read the rest

EdGamer 43: What is the Best Platform for Education and Gaming?

There are some new devices being released and this week we thought we would take a look at all the major gaming platforms to discuss their effective use in the classroom.  All of these devices have positives when it comes to gaming, but not all of them would be a great purchase for their learning value.  We would love to hear your comments concerning the wide range of topics we discuss in the week’s EdGamer Podcast.… Read the rest

EdGamer 41: Hasta la “PS Vita” Baby

EdGamer 41 is all business! We have a jam packed show this week with segments on Sony’s new PS Vita, a Smithsonian exhibit dedicated to video game history and a writing opportunity on video game violence from the ISTE website. We also discuss the fizzling of Facebook gaming as well as some huge new video game releases. This week’s episode is short but powerful…just like Zack…tune in!… Read the rest

EdGamer 39: The Inner Circle of Games and Learning

Check out EdGamer 39 for another witty episode of Zack and Gerry running through your favorite gaming and education topics. This week we decipher the cryptic (or just incredibly cool) inner circle of gaming and learning that stretches from MIT to Wisconsin to Arizona. We also track down some of Bill Gates’ money and find out how it is being used to support gaming and education.… Read the rest

EdGamer 35: Break is Over, Let’s Play Some Games

WE’RE BACK! EdGamer welcomes you into 2012 with a show chock full of educational gaming information. In this episode we recap the holidays, visit a few new articles and look forward to the possible future of gaming and education. EdGamer 35 will give you everything you need to start your edugaming year off right! Tune in.


Show Host: Zack Gilbert

Show contributor: Gerry James


Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us

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