Game Based Language Learning

The list author says:
	"The first practical guide for language teachers on how to use computer games in class - the rest of the books here are related / general educational ones"

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	"An academic argument about the learning principles that good games contain and why educators should be interested, by applied linguist and (now) expert on Game Based Learning"

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	"A great introduction to the use of GBL in education, with some convincing arguments"

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	"Not just about computer games and education, but jam-packed full of wonderful ideas and examples of using games for learning"

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	"An interesting book with useful examples of GBL"

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	"A wonderful introduction to what makes a game fun - a good argument against the  disguised 'tests as games' i.e.  mostspecially written educational games are"

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	"A great introduction to why games are important and why they should be included in education - check out Tom Chatfield's TED Talk too"

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	"Some very good essays about education and games, including one that introduces the concept of 'affinity spaces'"

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	"Aimed at parents, this book explains why they should let children play computer games, and what kids can learn from them"

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	"Myth-busting book full of research and evidence that strips away the lies mainstream media  usually post about the effects of playing computer games"