There’s No Achievement Gap in Video Games
There’s No Achievement Gap in Video Games
There’s No Achievement Gap in Video Games
Andrew Coulson
Summary
The author reflects on how children effortlessly master video games, despite their complexity, highlighting their persistence, mental agility, and problem-solving skills. This observation connects to the achievement gap in education, especially in math. Inspired by a conversation with Quentin Lawson, the author proposes that the same engaging, challenge-driven mechanics of video games could help close the math performance gap. Games, free from external factors like socioeconomic status or language, foster confidence and perseverance. By embedding math learning in interactive, game-like experiences, students can build a deeper understanding and develop problem-solving skills, thus leveling the playing field in education.
Reference
Coulson, A. (n.d.). There’s no achievement gap in video games. Mind Research Institute. https://blog.mindresearch.org/blog/theres-no-achievement-gap-in-video-games