Conceptual learning of 2-D motion with the video game Portal

Authors

  • Rosario Escobar Universidad Nacional de Tres de Febrero. Departamento de Ciencia y Tecnología
  • Laura M. Buteler Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Matemática, Astronomía, Física y Computación. Instituto de Física Enrique Gaviola

Keywords:

Conceptual change, Physics, Portal, Mechanics, Gaming

Abstract

This paper examines the process of conceptual learning within the context of a college - Physics class that integrates the video game Portal. The fragmented knowledge approach is adopted for studying the learning process. Thus, the research spots on the development of the concept of velocity during a conversation between two students and a teacher, after playing levels of Portal. Progressis observed during the conceptualization of velocity in two-dimensional motion, transitioning from a scalar conception to considering it as a twodimensional vector

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Published

2023-12-01

How to Cite

Escobar, R., & Buteler, L. M. (2023). Conceptual learning of 2-D motion with the video game Portal. Journal of Physics Teaching, 35, 107–114. Retrieved from https://revistas.unc.edu.ar/index.php/revistaEF/article/view/43284