Technology can improve teaching, learning and the education enterprise. A wide and ever-evolving range of software, digital content and related technologies are available in the areas of curriculum, instruction, classroom management, assessment, training, data management and administration. Educators know that success requires the appropriate selection, planning, training, support and implementation of these technologies.

The resources on this site are designed to help you learn about existing research on the topic and the barriers to the purchase and use of educational games. You'll also learn about which aspects of learning are most amenable to game-like approaches and the necessary changes in educational practices for you to take advantage of these new learning applications.

• Reference Guide for Games and Simulations in the Classroom
  This guide lists tools and research on the topic of educational games and simulations

• Games and Simulations Panel Presentation
  This presentation from the 2007 FETC conference is a discussion between publishers and educators regarding the incorporation of educational games and simulations in schools and their effectiveness.