Weekly Reflections

This is the category to apply to your Weekly Reflection posts from the course.

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Reflection on Gamification and Game-Based Learning

Game-based learning and gamification can be highly effective in increasing engagement and helping students understand complex concepts in an engaging way. That being said, not all gamification is equally effective. With my inquiry project, I have come to realize that many language learning apps are game-based, but end up over-emphasizing the game aspect at the…

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Reflection 1: Visit to Pacific School for Inquiry and Innovation.

Today we had the opportunity to visit an independent, inquiry-based secondary school in downtown Victoria. The school encourages students to pursue their passions and curiosity without the limitations of a strict curriculum or rigid schedule. Students’ learning is guided by an inquiry project of their choice. They still have to meet basic provincial requirements for…