Design and programming of an educational video game. A case study in Primary Education
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https://doi.org/10.17398/1695-288X.22.1.155Keywords:
Video game design, Primary education, Expanded learning, Collaborative relationships, Qualitative researchAbstract
This article show an experience of creating a "serious game" video game in a multilevel classroom of a rural school located in the province of Malaga (Spain) during the 2018/19 school year. In order to know the limitations, weaknesses and potentialities inherent in a project of this complexity and to analyze the perceptions, learning and educational experiences of the students. We have used a qualitative methodology. From a methodological perspective, throughout the entire school year, in-depth interviews and discussion groups have been carried out in which all the students and teachers who have been involved in the project have participated. The analysis of the information provided mainly shows limitations related to teacher training and that the design and creation of a video game contributes to the development of technical, curricular, attitudinal and transversal skills, abilities and knowledge in students. In conclusion, the creation of video games in the classroom brings personal, curricular and professional benefits to the students, however, it is necessary, on the one hand, to expand the offer and improve the training quality of the teaching staff -initial and continuous-, and, on the other On the other hand, promote the development of educational projects that facilitate the involvement of agents outside the center.
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