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A recent study conducted by cognitive scientist Ch

A recent study conducted by cognitive scientist Charley Wu and his team, showed that video games can teach us things about how people learn. This specific study was done in the game Minecraft, but learning in videogames happens more than you'd think!

In the study, Wu's team watched as players would make decisions based off of other players' actions. An example of this, is exploring a part of the map after seeing another player come back with valuable items from that spot. This is social learning. On the other hand, they saw players take actions on their own accord, leading them to find out for themselves if this action was for better or worse. This is individual learning.

Although one is just looking through a screen, video games can help teach problem solving, goal setting, and increase motivation as well as creativity. They can also be a source for social interaction due to playing online with others. Not every game is good for learning, but the exploration and experimentation aspects could boost cognitive development when played in moderation.

Sources: NPR, Harvard, National Institutes of Health

#miSciny #science #funfacts #videogames #sciencefacts #minecraft #cognitivedevelopment

Don't forget to visit us this weekend to say your

Don't forget to visit us this weekend to say your goodbyes! Eye Candy is leaving, so have fun with illusions and play with your sense of sight. Don't worry, a new exhibit will be opening soon!

miSci is open today and tomorrow from 11 am to 5 pm. We have planetarium shows at 12, 1 and 3 pm.

#miSciny #sciencemuseum #schenectadyny #capitalregionny #weekendfun #planetarium #STEAM #opticalillusions #museumexhibit

Time to cast your votes for EACH CATEGORY in miSci

Time to cast your votes for EACH CATEGORY in miSci's Invention Madness! Which is the best invention in Power, Electronics, Materials, and Consumers? It's up to you!

Visit the museum to cast your vote OR do it right here: https://misci.org/invention-madness-vote/

#miSciny #sciencemuseum #schenectadyny #capitalregionny #STEAM #inventionmadness #inventions #exhibit

This month K – 2 students learn about the world

This month K – 2 students learn about the world of butterflies, students in grades 3 – 5 build and test a spacecraft, and students in grades 6 –12 get an advanced program from miSci’s astronomer! Tickets are available online now. ⭐

#misciny #sciencemuseum #capitalregionny #schenectadyny #homeschooling #sciencefieldtrip #scienceclass #steameducation

We'll meet you in the planetarium. 🪐 This guid

We'll meet you in the planetarium. 🪐

This guided meditation is $10 and welcome to all. Tickets are purchasable online or at the door the morning of.

#miSciny #sciencemuseum #capitalregionny #schenectadyny #meditation #planetarium #mindfulness #wellness #Selfcare

Play and learn at miSci this Sunday! Our noise can

Play and learn at miSci this Sunday! Our noise cancelling headphones and weighted vests will be available as always.

Tickets for Sensory Sunday can be purchased at miSci.org now or at the front desk the morning of. EBT (reduced pricing) is available if applicable.

#miSciny #sciencemuseum #schenectadyny #capitalregionny #sensoryfriendly #sensorysunday

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