This document summarizes serious games and provides examples. Serious games are games designed for purposes other than pure entertainment such as education and training. They provide motivation through entertainment and interaction. Examples include interactive PowerPoints, Jeopardy templates, 2D and 3D simulations, and programs like Hot Potatoes for creating interactive exercises. Serious Games Canada promotes their use for learning.

1. Add Learner Fun & Engagement with Serious Games Presented by Jordan Epp and Jeanette McKee Instructional Designers at CCDE March 19, 2010

2. Serious Games What are Serious Games? A serious game is a game designed for a primary purpose other than pure entertainment Various Names: Edutainment, Game-based Learning, Serious Games, eGames, Exergaming, Advertainment, Militainment, Persuasive Games Purpose: Retention, realism, and relevancy Provides motivation through entertainment and interaction Common Example: Microsoft’s Flight Simulator