Digital Games and Language Learning: Theory, Development and Implementation (Advances in Digital Language Learning and Teaching)

Synopsis

Due to the rapid development of gaming technologies in recent years, there has been a surge of interest in the role that digital games can play in foreign and second language learning. Bringing together innovative research from an international team of contributors, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the use of digital games in computer-assisted language learning (CALL).The book firstly lays the theoretical foundations and outlines various rationales for using digital games, incorporating contemporary theories of second language acquisition. It also explores the development and impact of digital games designed specifically for language learning, giving due consideration to design principles, pedagogical requirements and student health. Chapters then draw on case studies from Europe and Japan to analyse in-game interaction, attitudes and participation in both institutional and out-of-classroom settings. Seamlessly combining theory with practical application, this book outlines recent developments in the field and the direction of future research, and is a valuable resource for instructors, researchers and practitioners who are designing games or looking to use them in their classrooms.

Copyright:

2021

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781350133013

Related ISBNs:

9781350133006

Publisher:

Bloomsbury Publishing

Date of Addition:

03/24/21

Copyrighted By:

N/A

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Computers and Internet, Technology, Education, Language Arts, Foreign Language Study

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Bookshare Staff

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This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Mark Peterson

Edited by:

Kasumi Yamazaki

Edited by:

Michael Thomas