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Game Based Learning is catching fire in K-12 systems. The TIES conference of 2011 focused on Gaming in Education. Dr. Judy Willis gives brain benefits of GBL and the rationale for using games in education. A Neurologist Makes the Case for the Video Game Model as a Learning Tool,

**Why Games** Systems and processes exist to show how things work together within a system. How do things work together and how certain causes produce certain effects.Simulations help one understand the system and manipulate the system to offer analogies to real-world elements. This is why the military has participants play simulations games prior to entering risky situations. Myths: Game Based Learning requires high tech. Not so GBL can be analog and simulation based, can be more engaging with technology but not necessary.

Instructional Games
 * Simulation Games