A computer card game for the learning of basic aspects of the binary system in primary education: Design and pilot evaluation |
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Authors: | Maria Kordaki |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics, Patras University, Rion Patras, 26500, Greece |
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Abstract: | This paper presents the design, features and pilot evaluation study of a computer card game for the learning of basic aspects
of the binary system (BS) by primary level education pupils. This design was based on modern social and constructivist theories
of learning, in combination with basic game design principles. Pupils are asked to play against the computer with cards featuring
Binary Numbers (BNs). To engage successfully with the game, pupils are provided with opportunities to review their previous
knowledge of the decimal system and, subsequently, to use analogical reasoning to make connections between this knowledge
and basic aspects of the BS. Several scaffolding elements are also provided for the pupils to construct, verify, extend and
generalize their knowledge, at the same time using essential learning competencies. The game was piloted in the field using
real pupils (20 6th Grade pupils) with encouraging results. Finally, an attempt has been made to address essential points
of this game that have contributed to its becoming a successful learning environment. Addressing these points could be useful
for both designers of educational computer games for Computer Science (CS) education and educators in Computing. |
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