A comprehensive introduction to the latest research and theory on learning and instruction
with computer games. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the latest research …

The TARDIS project aims to build a scenario-based serious-game simulation platform for
NEETs and job-inclusion associations that supports social training and coaching in the …

This paper presents an educational game in mathematics based on an apprenticeship
model using a teachable agent, as well as an evaluative study of how the game affects (1) …

In this paper we will describe a learning environment designed to foster conceptual
understanding and reasoning in mathematics among younger school children. The learning …

A teachable-agent arithmetic game is presented and evaluated in terms of student
performance, attitude and self-efficacy. An experimental pre-post study design was used …

This chapter discusses design challenges encountered when developing a conversational
pedagogical agent. By tracing the historical roots of pedagogical agents in Intelligent …

The paper discusses the addition of off-task socially oriented conver sational abilities to an
existing “teachable agent”(TA) in an educational game in mathematics. The purpose of this …

The article reports and discusses a long‐term qualitative study of forty 8–10‐year‐old
students who regularly played a math game during math lessons for 9 weeks. The goal was …

Adaptive games are systems that are able to cater to the individual needs of each user
(Plass, 2016). Consider, for example, the game Mario Kart (Nintendo EAD, 2013). The game …

The number of young people not in employment, education or training is increasing across
Europe. These youngsters often lack self-confidence and the essential social skills needed …