Educational Technology

March 5, 2012

Utilizing Game Mechanics in Online Learning

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By Justin Marquis, Online Universities

If the notion of creating a video game is daunting, it probably should be. Making a good game requires not only a great idea, but also a host of planning, graphic design, computer programming, sound engineering, and animation skills, not to mention a fundamental understanding of what makes for good, engaging game play. Fortunately, as an online instructor and de facto instructional designer, you only need to master one of these areas to create effective online instruction which incorporates some of the most powerful elements of game design — game mechanics.

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