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Using Play to Enhance Learning About Objects, OOPSLA ’02

Posted on November 2, 2002 by Bill Wake

Play is serious! Games, simulations, puzzles, and toys in the classroom can improve student motivation, lead to better long-term memory, and reduce learning anxiety. Used effectively, play can leverage competition and foster collaboration. Above all, play makes learning fun. We’ll … Continue reading →

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OOPSLA ’99 Trip Report

Posted on November 30, 1999 by Bill Wake (admin)

OOPSLA '99, "Object-Oriented Programming, Systems, Languages, and Applications", Nov. 1-5, 1999, Denver, CO. This was an excellent conference with good tutorials and interesting exhibits. Summary The tutorials were good; I took "Responsibility-Driven Design", "Usage-Centered Design with Essential Use Cases", "Subject-Oriented … Continue reading →

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