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Advancements and trends in digital game‐based learning research: a review of publications in selected journals from 2001 to 2010

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: This paper reviews the advancement of DGBL research from 2001 to 2010 based on the articlespublished in seven major SSCI journals. It is found that the number of articles has significantlyincreased during the past 10 years; moreover, researchers from more countries have contributedto this field in recent years. These findings could be good references for those who plan to contributeto the DGBL studies. On the other hand, the analysis results could be helpful to policymakersin governments or professional organizations make plans for supporting the developmentof educational game industries.

Source: British Journal of Educational Technology

DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-8535.2011.01242.x

Authors: Gwo‐Jen Hwang, Po‐Han Wu

Institution: National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

Language: English

Topic: Educational Games and Gamification

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Science Council