Developing games that can create real heroes on real guitars: Using acoustic musical instruments and the human voice as controllers

Smith, Benjamin D.; Thibeault, Matthew D.; Jaworski, Nick

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Developing games that can create real heroes on real guitars: Using acoustic musical instruments and the human voice as controllers

Author(s)

• Smith, Benjamin D.
• Thibeault, Matthew D.
• Jaworski, Nick

Issue Date

2012

Keyword(s)

• Video games
• game-based learning
• music education

Abstract

Games, one of the most popular forms of entertainment for young people today, exhibit a number of promising traits for pedagogical practice. Game-based learning theory identifies elements of game play that encourage engagement and increased motivation. The acquisition of musical skills on a new instrument can be a slow and laborious process, requiring sustained effort and commitment. A strong alignment between many of the properties of game-based learning and the practice of learning to play a new instrument, especially at the early stages, is identified. After laying out the theoretical connection, a collection of new game design prototypes are described, designed with the goal of augmenting conventional skill-acquisition practice and increasing student motivation and engagement.

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Entertainment Technology Center Press

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text

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