Angry Birds for Fun in Learning

Vilhelmiina Harju; Jari Multisilta

Angry Birds for Fun in Learning

In: Finnish Innovations and Technologies in Schools

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Vilhelmiina Harju

Vilhelmiina Harju CICERO Learning Network & Institute of Behavioral Sciences University of Helsinki

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Jari Multisilta CICERO Learning Network University of Helsinki

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Pages:: 67–76

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Student interest and engagement play a central role in learning. Hence, when considering the ways learning is best enhanced, it is essential to direct attention to activities and materials that learners find interesting and fun. In this chapter, interest and engagement in learning activities are explored in the context of playful learning. The playful learning environment consisted of Angry Birds Playground learning materials that were produced by Rovio Entertainment Ltd. These materials were used and tested in Finnish preschool and first-grade classes. The data for the study were collected during interviews with the children and their teachers and also by observing class activities. In addition, questionnaires were used to measure the children’s experiences with the use of the learning materials. The results indicated that the children found it to be fun and engaging to work in the playful learning environment. Particular features of the materials, such as familiar characters, use of mobile devices, and certain games, were considered as particularly fun and engaging.

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Finnish Innovations and Technologies in Schools

A Guide towards New Ecosystems of Learning

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Print Publication Date:: 01 Jan 2014

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