Learning Games

I think that using online learning games is very useful for kids. I think that it takes something a child may like (video games) and can help them learn new skills such as problem solving or reading. I think that games that help with counting or math are also beneficial. I see online games as learning tools being most effective for pre-school and elementary school children as opposed to high school students, but I'm sure that a game could be designed to encourage education in teens as well. I just see how beneficial games are for teaching younger children.

I learned how to type through playing games. It helped me to be able to practice the skill. I also learned how to do math problems because the game made it more fun and was a great teaching tool. I think that as technology progresses that incorporating it into teaching and learning will help students to keep up with other kids and also be a fun interactive way of learning. I find that for some kids its useful to actually do it and not just take notes in class.