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User-centered research in the early stages of a learning game

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Asimina Vasalou,

Rilla KhaledAuthors Info & Claims

DIS '12: Proceedings of the Designing Interactive Systems Conference

Pages 116 - 125

https://doi.org/10.1145/2317956.2317976

Published: 11 June 2012 Publication History

Abstract

Games offer a compelling medium for learning. However, designing a successful learning game that features engagement alongside its educational objectives is a craft that is still underway. Our research adapts a user-centered approach toward designing a game that will teach children conflict resolution skills. By involving users of the game, namely teachers and students, in the design process we reveal new considerations for how to create convincing narratives of conflict, sustain children's engagement and gain teachers' support. At the same time, our work highlights the challenges facing researchers in this domain who must balance users' values, needs and expectations with the game's learning objectives.

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Index Terms

User-centered research in the early stages of a learning game
1. Human-centered computing
  1. Collaborative and social computing
    1. Collaborative and social computing theory, concepts and paradigms
  2. Interaction design
    1. Interaction design process and methods
      1. User centered design

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