A professor of design and technology at Parsons The New School for Design talks about the value of games and the empowerment of play.

Discussion Questions (edutopia.org)
1. What are the benefits of kids learrning to be designers?
2. Can games help kids build confidence? Why, or why not?
3. Is there educational value to video games? If so, share specific examples.
4. How can teachers and parents use the social nature of games to connect with kids?
5. How can games and game design principles be used in the larger curriculum, especially with assessment?