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Technology Showcase: STEM Virtual Labs and Future Applications for Virtual Reality Simulations
Date: Thursday, April 20 Time: 1:30-3:00pm Location: Hillel House, 213 Bay State Road, 4th Floor (Castle Room) Dr. Laura Wirpsza, Scientific Collaboration Specialist with Labster, will demonstrate mapping virtual lab simulations in STEM academic programs. The demonstration will focus on how their application can lead to greater empowerment and retention of STEM-focused students. Looking towards
Gaming as a Teaching Tool
Educational technology has turned a corner. Software developers have developed video games that can be used for teaching as a way to engage learners from all backgrounds. Roughly 50% of adults play video games. This is true across demographics including race, gender, and income. As a result, gaming is an extremely effective tool for connecting with
Event Friday
Meet Caitlin Feeley, keynote speaker at tomorrow’s Technology Showcase. She has over a decade of experience researching the use of video games for educational purposes, and has instructed both traditional classes and MOOCs. She holds a Masters degree from Harvard in Technology, Innovation and Education, and today she works with MIT’s Education Arcade. One of Caitlin’s main focuses is
Gaming as a Teaching Tool
Meet Caitlin Feeley, keynote speaker at tomorrow’s Technology Showcase. She has over a decade of experience researching the use of video games for educational purposes, and has instructed both traditional classes and MOOCs. She holds a Masters degree from Harvard in Technology, Innovation and Education, and today she works with MIT’s Education Arcade. One of Caitlin’s main focuses is
March 24 Technology Showcase
Technology Showcase: Gaming as a Teaching Tool with Caitlin Feeley of MIT’s Education Arcade When: Friday, March 24, 1:00-2:30pm Where: BU Hillel House, 4th floor – 213 Bay State Rd. Educational games are a new facet of the educational technology field. Caitlin Feeley of MIT’s Education Arcade is coming to BU on Friday, March 24 to share
Gaming as a Teaching Tool
Caitlin Feeley of MIT’s Education Arcade will visit to share her insights into the use of gaming in education. Educational games are gaining popularity in a variety of settings, although there are nearly as many pedagogical approaches as there are designers. In this talk, Caitlin will discuss the design philosophy behind many of the Education