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Teaching with Valor Podcast: A Veteran Teachers Perspective

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Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we are diving into a topic that brings excitement, engagement, and dynamic learning into the classroom: utilizing educational games and simulations.
Now, I know some of you might be thinking, "Games in the classroom? Aren't those just distractions?" But let me assure you, educational games and simulations, when used thoughtfully and strategically, are powerful tools that can make learning deeper, more memorable, and yes, even more fun.
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For more information on this topic check out the following resources:

• Gee, James Paul – "What Video Games Have to Teach Us About Learning and Literacy": An insightful look into how game mechanics can inform effective teaching practices.
• Edutopia – Educational Games and Simulations: www.edutopia.org - Articles and videos on integrating games into classroom learning.
• "Reality is Broken" by Jane McGonigal: A compelling argument for the educational potential of games and how they can create real-world change.
• Teaching Channel – Games and Simulations Tools: www.teachingchannel.org - Tools and strategies for using games and simulations in the classroom.
• Common Sense Education – Reviews of Educational Games and Apps: www.commonsense.org/education - Reviews and recommendations for choosing the best educational games and apps.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!