Level 2
8-12
games for secondary education grades 8-12
Down below are some examples of video games that can be integrated into the learning experience. These will be separated into two categories:
1) In-class games
2) Out-of-class games
It is not to say that the out-of-class games cannot be used in the classroom, more that they might be more difficult to incorporate into a classroom environment. A brief summary of each game is given, as well as the grade levels and subjects they might correspond to when implementing them.
in-class games
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Crack the circuit
This is a puzzle game where the user has to create a viable circuit to beat the level. An excellent resource for practicing circuit diagrams
Grade 8-10; Science, Physics
Motion mapper
This game gets the user to apply their understanding of position, velocity, and acceleration by graphing in real time.
Grade 10-12; Physics
algebraic reasoning
This game gets the user to apply mathematical relationships to calculate the value of certain candies.
Grade 8-10; Math
Geoguessr
This game places the user somewhere in the world using Google street view. They then have to use their knowledge of cultural and geographical differences to determine where they were placed
Grade K-12; Social studies
Orbit integers
This game allows the user to challenge the computer or other students in a race fueled by adding/subtracting integers.
Grade 7-9; Math
out-of-class games
God of war
God of War is an action-adventure game franchise that consists of nine installments. The stories follow Kratos, the Greek God of War, through quests that are heavily influenced by Greek and Norse mythologies.
Grades 10-12; Social Studies
Roller coaster Tycoon
RollerCoaster Tycoon gets the user to simulate the construction and management of an amusement park. The game teaches math lessons, sales, marketing and budgeting. Roller Coaster Tycoon is a suitable means to introduce business and science concepts to high school students.
Grades 8-12; Math, Economics
valiant hearts
Valiant Hearts is a puzzle adventure game that follows four characters who help a young German soldier find his love in a story about survival, sacrifice and friendship. Players solve puzzles by interacting with various objects and people.
Grade 8-12; Social Studies, Psychology, Art
Papers, please
In Papers, Please, the player takes on the role of a border-crossing immigration officer in the fictional dystopian Eastern Bloclike country of Arstotzka, which has been and continues to be at political hostilities with its neighboring countries.
Grade 11-12; Political Science, Law, Economics
civilization vi
Civilization VI is a turn-based strategy game where players guide a civilization from the ancient era to the modern age. Players manage cities, resources, and engage in diplomacy or war with other civilizations.
Grade 9-12; Social Studies, Economics, Geography