Tan, Wee Hoe, Neill, Sean and Johnston-Wilder, Sue (2009) Deep learning and the use of Spore (TM) in A-level biology lessons. In: 3rd European Conference on Games Based Learning, FH Joanneum Univ Appl Sci, Graz, Austria, October 12-13, 2009. Published in: Proceedings of the 3rd European Conference on Games Based Learning pp. 354-361.

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Abstract

This paper examines the perceptions of sixth-form students towards the use of Spore (TM)-a commercial electronic game-in their biology lessons. Findings of a focus group showed that the students welcomed the use of Spore (TM) as a medium of deep learning, although they regarded this as more beneficial to younger pupils. Two themes were found in their views on how the game relates to biology studies, which are the concepts of evolution and of a selective framework. The paper presents a comparison between the perceived advantages of game-based learning and the normal learning approach and how the students see teachers who use technology in teaching. The paper discusses the knowledge and skills associated with deep learning which were demonstrated by the students in the discussion. A gap was identified between the perceived usefulness of Spore (TM) in learning about the concept of evolution in biology and the possible desired learning outcomes. The paper considers the proposition that bridging this gap could be a form of deep learning-an approach that could develop meta-learning skills in biology.

Item Type:	Conference Item (Paper)
Subjects:	Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA76 Electronic computers. Computer science. Computer software L Education
Divisions:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Institute of Education
Journal or Publication Title:	Proceedings of the 3rd European Conference on Games Based Learning
Publisher:	Academic Conferences Ltd.
ISBN:	978-1-906638-47-4
Editor:	Pivec, M
Date:	2009
Number of Pages:	8
Page Range:	pp. 354-361
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	Published
Access rights to Published version:	Restricted or Subscription Access
Conference Paper Type:	Paper
Title of Event:	3rd European Conference on Games Based Learning
Type of Event:	Conference
Location of Event:	FH Joanneum Univ Appl Sci, Graz, Austria
Date(s) of Event:	October 12-13, 2009
URI:	http://wrap.warwick.ac.uk/id/eprint/5308

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