In today’s age of computers, smart phones and tablets, kids are constantly navigating the digital world, especially the world of games. But do video games have a place in the classroom? USA Today’s national education reporter Greg Toppo thinks the answer is a resounding “yes.” Toppo’s new book, “The Game Believes in You,” takes a look at how teachers are embracing technology and using digital play to their advantage. Ahead, we hear how one teacher turned fantasy football into fantasy geopolitics, how a group of high schoolers staged their own digital opera, and how a game designer created a virtual version of Walden Pond for players to explore.
The Game Believes In You
