There have been a number of studies recently that have added to the body of evidence for the effectiveness of educational games, in a variety of different areas.
- Simulators used to train surgeons can make them ‘quicker and better’.
- Action video games can improve contrast sensitivity.
Li, R., Polat, U., Makous, W & Bavelier, D. 2009. Enhancing the contrast sensitivity function through action video game training. Nature Neuroscience , 12, 549 – 551.
