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NPR podcast about wearable technology and the evolution and adoption of Augmented Reality devices.

A timely reminder for educators who are seeking to motivate students. I seem to recall the center of 'Flow' to be focused on happiness so if this excessive motivation to do well comes at the expense of one's health, then perhaps it's good to take some time to reflect on what the real benefit is. Thanks for sharing Kasthuri!

A set of cards that help design better games

This resource was shared during a web session with HGSE alum Bharat. It's a great resource if you're designing games.

Here's the link to it...

A MOOC on gender roles in comic books now being offered through the Canvas network. 

Another study indicating that resident performance in laparoscopic and robotic surgery is improved through the use of video game systems like Wii. A side note: there is a Wii system in our departments simulation center and we are encouraged to play it while on call or during our education days.

Back to the basics: "Studies show that positive feelings can enhance students' attention and higher-order thinking skills, as well as encouraging perseverance."

Resource to consider for those working on game design; include

How do fast-paced video games affect the brain? Step into the lab with cognitive researcher Daphne Bavelier to hear surprising news about how video games, even action-packed shooter games, can help us learn, focus and, fascinatingly, multitask. (Filmed at TEDxCHUV.)

This is a very interesting project, especially in light of our conversation about ways that physiological and psychological markers can inform learning systems (adaptive learning, responsive software, etc.)

Allows teachers to encourage engagement through classroom blogging.

One of these 6 MOOCs that caught my eye was the Games MOOC, which offers courses around the use of gaming in education.