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The Benefits of Playing Video Games in the brain development of children
Video Games and Cognition
We all know that Video Games can be harmful in large doses (See My son is playing too much Minecraft What can I do? However, what are the effects of video games on children when played in moderation?
Video Games are not good for children surely?
It might seem like a stretch, but a number of scientific studies show that Video Games like Minecraft can actually boost the cognitive development of children. Below are some sources for articles that support this assertion. (If you're interested in more research on the benefits of Video Games on Children feel free to visit our other beneficial Games Like Minecraft Page).
How Minecraft world has created a safe online playground for children with autism
This article written by Kathryn Ringland provides information on how Minecraft can be used to create a safe environment for children on the Autism spectrum.
Kathryn Ringland. (2019). How a Minecraft world has created an online playground that is safe for autistic kids. Retrieved from https://www.sbs.com.au/news/insight/how-a-minecraft-world-has-built-a-safe-online-playground-for-autistic-kids
Video Games Play May Provide Learning, Health, Social Benefits, Review Finds
The American Psychological Association goes into-depth on the cognitive benefits of playing video games - includes details on how social, health and learning aspects are enhanced!
American Psychological Association. (2013). Video Games Play May Provide Learning, Health, Social Benefits, Review Finds. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2013/11/video-games
'Minecraft' Does Good Things for Your Brain
This article by Jeremy Sutton details the improvements that playing Minecraft can bring to the development of the hippocampus (the part of the brain associated with memories).
Jeremy Sutton. (2020). 'Minecraft' Does Good Things for Your Brain. Retrieved from https://elemental.medium.com/minecraft-does-good-things-for-your-brain-6add8123153f
Are you looking to boost your creativity? Try playing Minecraft
Iowa State University explains that playing Minecraft can improve the creative abilities of players.
Iowa State University (2019). Do you want to boost your creativity? https://guimods.com/ Try playing Minecraft. Retrieved from https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/07/190708140051.htm
'Redstone is like electricity' The children's representations of themselves in and around Minecraft
This article from the University of Michigan outlines the potential benefits of learning within a digital environment - Beware this one's a doozy.
Dezuanni, M., O'Mara, J., & Beavis, C. (2015). "Redstone is like electricity": Children's performative representations within and around Minecraft. E-Learning and Digital Media, 12(2) with 147-163.
Website: https://guimods.com/
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