Video games in classrooms: an interview with Zack Gilbert

Abstract

Purpose

This article aims to better understand game-based learning teaching practices through an interview with Zack Gilbert, a 6th grade teacher who is incorporating video games Civilization IV (Civ) and Minecraft into his social studies classroom.

Design/methodology/approach

This article is based on an interview with Zack Gilbert, regarding his practices and ideas toward using video games to facilitate learning.

Findings

In this interview, he shared his journey exploring teaching practices and experiences applying Civ and Minecraft to social studies class, which may serve as an example for other teachers.

Originality/value

The pioneering and successful experiences of Zack Gilbert may offer an example or insights for other teachers who intend to incorporate video games into their classrooms.

Citation

Li, J. (2016), "Video games in classrooms: an interview with Zack Gilbert", On the Horizon, Vol. 24 No. 3, pp. 205-209. https://doi.org/10.1108/OTH-03-2016-0009