Learn how museum educators at the Smithsonian are going all in with game mechanics for learning and embracing the playful, experimental side of education through the structure of familiar games.

When 12-year-old Katie Foti showed up for her first day of Girls Make Games camp this summer, she thought she knew what creating a video game was all about. “I thought it was just like, ‘You code some ...

Which online game design course is best? Learning how to make your own games is no easy feat, but several online platforms, such as Udemy and Coursera, offer courses to aspiring game designers.

Portable gaming isn’t limited to your phone or a Switch. You can build your own retro console with ByteBoi, a DIY game console. Funded on Kickstarter, this programmable handheld is part gaming device, ...

As technology continues to evolve at record-breaking speeds, it’s getting harder for students to keep up with the digital skills required in today’s job market. Despite using digital tools daily, many ...

Learning to design a game from scratch takes time and dedication, but there are plenty of fun online game design courses that make the process easier. Learning to design a game from scratch takes time ...

Though some might see video games as a distraction, a recent study from the University of Georgia suggests they can actually ...

Creating a video game isn't easy--and if you're starting from scratch, it can also be expensive. Learning how to use your preferred engine often requires advanced tutorials, and if you don't also want ...

As a self-proclaimed lifelong learner and former educator, Amy Boyington is passionate about researching and advocating for learners of all ages. For over a decade, Amy has specialized in writing ...