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Title: | Why use-centered game-based learning in higher education? the case of cesim simbrand |
Authors: | Costa, Gonçalo Jorge Morais da Kikot, Tatiana Fernandes, Silvia Águas, Paulo |
Keywords: | Game-Based Learning Serious Games Cesim Simbrand University of Algarve |
Issue Date: | 2014 |
Publisher: | CIEO-Research Centre for Spatial and Organizational Dynamics |
Citation: | Kikot, T., Costa, G., Fernandes, S., Águas, P. (2014).Why use-centered game-based learning in higher education? The case of cesim simbrand. Journal of Spatial and Organizational Dynamics, 2 (3), 229-241. |
Series/Report no.: | Volume II, Issue 3; |
Abstract: | This paper endeavours to research about simulation/serious games exploration within University of Algarve (Portugal), namely Cesim SimBrandfor Marketing Simulation (course unit). A total amount of 30 learners participated in this study through a mixed survey (openended and closed-ended queries). The empirical evidences exhibit interesting outcomes: (i) a response rate of 50 percent; (ii) these tools increase learning engagement, although it is essential to be more realistic; (iii) teamwork seems to be a controversial topic; (iv) learners had a positive experience; however, some feel unprepared before their usage (prior knowledge). Hence, this survey provides a good platform for future research and approaches how to promote a better exploration of simulation/serious games. To conclude, this manuscript will be divided into six sections: (i) the 5W’s of game-based learning; (ii) research (statement of the problem, aims/objectives, philosophical approach and data collection/analysis); (iii) diagnosis (game deliver and learners’ pre-perception); (iv) findings (learners’ profile, awareness, experiences and preparation); (v) limitations and future work (methodological limitations and tools/analysis upgrade); and, (vi) conclusions. |
Peer Reviewed: | yes |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/11144/465 |
ISSN: | 1647-3183 |
Publisher Version: | http://www.cieo.pt/journal/J_3_2014/article3.pdf |
Appears in Collections: | BUAL - Artigos/Papers DCEE - Artigos/Papers |
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