CHEN, LI LING
National Taipei University of Education Graduate School of Curriculum and Instructional Communication Technology Student
E-mail:g111144009@grad.ntue.edu.tw
CHANG, HSUN LI
National Taipei University of Education Graduate School of Curriculum and
Instructional Communication Technology Assistant Professor
E-mail:hsunli@mail.ntue.edu.tw
Abstract
The study adopted design-based research as its methodology to develop digital game-based learning materials for environmental education aimed at third graders. Initially, the literature review and the interview with third-grade teacher were conducted to understand the needs for environmental education teaching materials in integrative activities area. Based on these needs, design principles were established using the ARCS motivation model as the framework, incorporating characteristics of digital game-based learning into the development of the materials. Following the completion of the prototype, expert reviews were conducted, leading to the formative assessment of the materials. The teaching materials were then revised based on the feedback from experts. Results indicated a positive attitude from experts towards the digital game-based learning materials, confirming that the materials meet the ARCS model’s design strategies and are interactive and engaging, with difficulty levels and task objectives that align with learner needs. Through the revision of materials, the study aims to develop environmental education materials suitable for third graders. It anticipates addressing the current shortage of appropriate reference materials for integrating social issues in instruction.
Keywords :Environmental Education, Digital Game-Based Learning, ARCS Model