Evaluating Educational Tools and Games

The video introduces three educational games aligned with NGSS standards: Possible Worlds, The Radix Endeavor, and Sim City EDU. Each game is explored with specific use cases, highlighting their educational benefits in teaching science concepts such as photosynthesis, genetics, and environmental science. The video also discusses how these games can be integrated into classroom settings to enhance learning through game-based and blended learning approaches.

Which of the following tools is NOT covered in the session?

• Minecraft EDU

• Sim City EDU

• The Radix Endeavor

• Possible Worlds

What is the primary educational focus of Possible Worlds?

• Language Arts

• Mathematics

• Scientific Misconceptions

• History

In Possible Worlds, what is the role of Bio Bot Bob?

• A teacher

• A scientist

• A student

• A robot that requires fuel, food, and self-defense

What is a unique feature of The Radix Endeavor?

• It is a fantasy world multiplayer game

• It is a board game

• It is a single-player game

• It is a card game

How can The Radix Endeavor be used in a genetics lesson?

• As a motivational tool

• As a formative assessment tool

• As a homework assignment

• As a final exam

What is the main educational level target for Sim City EDU?

• College

• Elementary School

• Middle School

• High School

What is a key feature of Sim City EDU's teacher dashboard?

• It provides video tutorials

• It offers printable worksheets

• It tracks student progress and identifies struggles

• It allows for multiplayer gaming

What is the purpose of the closing activity in Sim City EDU?

• To introduce new concepts

• To assess prior knowledge

• To facilitate shared instruction and textual analysis

• To provide entertainment

What is Common Sense Graphite primarily used for?

• Playing online games

• Discovering and evaluating educational tools

• Creating lesson plans

• Conducting scientific research

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for evaluating tools on Common Sense Graphite?

• Price

• Support

• Pedagogy

• Engagement