Gaming isn't educational or is it?

27/10/2025 56 min Temporada 1 Episodio 24

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In this episode of the Play Ed 3 podcast, hosts Tisha and Rick explore the intersection of gaming and education, discussing how games like Animal Crossing can foster creativity, social skills, and critical thinking in students. They delve into the importance of eSports in schools, the resistance to new ideas, and the need for curiosity in learning. The conversation emphasizes the value of embracing gaming as a tool for joy and personal growth, encouraging listeners to engage with games to enhance their creativity and social interactions.00:00 The Role of Cheerleading in Personal Development01:12 Cultural Differences in Sports and Cheerleading04:07 The Impact of Gaming on Learning07:05 Animal Crossing: A Case Study in Gamification10:09 Customization and Creativity in Gaming13:13 Social Aspects of Gaming and Learning16:09 Real-World Applications of Gaming Concepts22:47 The Art of Customization in Gaming24:51 Creativity and Learning through Gaming25:59 The Role of Digital Citizenship in Gaming27:48 Social Skills and Gaming: A New Perspective30:43 Education and Gaming: Bridging the Gap32:43 Understanding Resistance to Gaming36:22 Critical Thinking vs. Resistance41:08 Personal Growth through Openness50:35 The Importance of eSports in Education53:35 Call to Action: Embrace Gaming for Joy55:56 Segment-Outro.mp4Follow Tisha Rick on:📢 Listen and subscribe on your favorite platform:Spotify | Apple Podcast | Amazon Music | YouTube📱Follow Play Ed3 Podcast on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/played3podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/played3podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PlayEd3Podcast?sub_confirmation=1🙋‍♀️Follow Tisha on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaponcioX (Twitter): https://x.com/tishaponcioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tishaponcio🙋‍♂️Follow Rick on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickbutterworthX (Twitter): https://x.com/r1ck11TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rickbutterworthWant to be a guest?: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCaEyQrrPcYsKdQHaSlFbVXVVC_eNyXMMfy5NTj0aRNcR6Vw/viewform?usp=header🧠 Let’s learn, grow and play together