Commentary on: Oblinger, D. (2004) The Next Generation of Educational Engagement

Robin Mason

doi:10.5334/2004-8-mason

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Commentary on: Oblinger, D. (2004) The Next Generation of Educational Engagement

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Robin D. Mason

Institute of Educational Technology, The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK

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Abstract: As an awareness-raising, stimulating and provocative article, Oblinger has produced an excellent piece of work. It provides an overview of the issues, yet is backed up by specific examples and practical applications. It makes generalisations and sweeping statements, yet formulates the issues into tables which pinpoint the issues very clearly. It is sober rather than hyped; it is grounded in facts, rather than being wishywashy. If academics put into practice even a fraction of what is hinted at in this article, we would have happier, more challenged and engaged learners.

Paper: Oblinger, D. (2004) The Next Generation of Educational Engagement.

Editors: Terry Anderson and Denise Whitelock.

Keywords: games , informal learning , learning environments , augmented reality , pedagogy , development costs , net generation , game playing , competencies , skills problem solving skills , lateral thinking , persistence , determination , multiple strategies , willingness to try , confidence , lack of fear ,

How to Cite: Mason, R.D., 2004. Commentary on: Oblinger, D. (2004) The Next Generation of Educational Engagement. Journal of Interactive Media in Education, 2004(1), p.Art. 19. DOI: http://doi.org/10.5334/2004-8-mason

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Published on 21 May 2004.

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