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=Introduction=

In //Good Video Games + Good Learning//, James Gee presents his observations and theories on the relationship between video games and learning. Specifically, video games are challenging, complex, and require learning in order to play them - yet the industry reported over $21 billion in sales last year, setting revenue records while the rest of the economy crumbled around us. After reading the book and subsequently creating this wiki page, we hope to bring a new perspective to classroom instruction by exploring various aspects of learning through the lens of successful video games.

To this end, we have selected a free online game for you all to play. The link is [|here], or you can use Google to search for: **the space game** (it's the first link that comes up). While you are playing, we encourage you to think about //how you are being taught// to successfully play the game. Also, keep in mind how the game has been structured by the designers to be more difficult, enjoyable, and educational as the levels progress. You can choose to jump right into the game and start playing, or, if you'd prefer, you can read the Game Manual by clicking on the link to the left.