Assessment in Game-Based Learning Foundations, Innovations, and Perspectives [Paperback]

The capabilities and possibilities of emerging game-based learning technologies bring about a new perspective of learning and instruction. This, in turn, necessitates alternative ways to assess the kinds of learning that is taking place in the virtual worlds or informal settings. accordingly, aligning learning and assessment is the core for creating a favorable and effective learning environment. The edited volume will cover the current state of research, methodology, assessment, and technology of game-based learning. There will be contributions from international distinguished researchers which will present innovative work in the areas of educational psychology, educational diagnostics, educational technology, and learning sciences. The edited volume will be divided into four major parts.This book covers current research, methodology, assessment and technology in game-based learning, as a basis for effective learning environments. Includes innovative work in educational psychology, educational diagnostics, technology and learning sciences.-Foundations of game-based assessment. - Are all games the same? The role of construct definintion in the creation of formative assessments in game-based learning. Games, learning and assessment. Three things game designers need to know about assessment. Technological and methodological innovations for assessing game-based learning. Patterns of game playing behaviors as indicators of mastery.  Taking activity-goal alignment into open-ended environments: Assessment and automation in game-based learning. Infomration trails: In-process assessment of game-based learning.  Timed report measures learning. Driving assessment of studentsexplanations in game dialogue. Assessing learning games for school content: A TPACK-PCARD framework and methodology. Implementing game-based learning:The MAPLET framework as a guide to learner-centered design and assessment.  Innovative assessment technologies in educational games. Realizing l³P