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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
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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
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EdGamer 42 is packed with great info! This week we tackle the complex and controversial issue of ‘Gamification’ in the classroom…fun or fad…we help you decide. Plus, we revisit the Vita and look ahead to another great new game that is due out in the near future. Check it out!
***A clarification of a incorrect statement by Zack- Taoists use Yin-Yang and Buddhist use a wheel called the Dharmachakra.… Read the rest
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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
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EdGamer is 40! For the special occasion we dig up some articles about our favorite things…Star Wars, Civilization and and iPads. Zack tells us some exciting news he received about his classroom before we delve into the possibilities of the Kinect(ed) classroom. We also take a look at one of the best commercials either of us have seen in a long time for a game that we are both pumped about.… Read the rest