One afternoon earlier this year, my 11-year-old son was sitting at his laptop and working quietly on his math homework. At ...

Probability theory and the Saint Petersburg paradox can help you determine whether the stakes of a game are too great ...

Usama has a passion for video games and a talent for capturing their magic in writing. He brings games to life with his words, and he's been fascinated by games for as long as he's had a joystick in ...

There is truly very little that is new under the education sun, or so many veteran teachers such as I will be more than happy to tell you. Your article on the value to children of playing board games, ...

Why play matters: Shifting math from rigid drills to playful exploration helps reduce anxiety and fosters a lasting love for learning. Hands-on magic: From LEGO-based lessons to interactive museum ...

Middle school math doesn’t have to feel like a chore—game-based learning is making it more interactive, engaging, and fun. From Kahoot to Blooket, teachers are using digital platforms and creative ...

Adults are often intimidated by math, and they can easily pass that attitude on to their children. To counter this, some schools are holding events to bust misconceptions and get adults on board with ...

In what would be his centennial year, Martin Gardner, the longtime author of Scientific American's celebrated Mathematical Games column, continues to inspire mathematicians and puzzle lovers Like a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about global education, game-based learning, kids, & culture. This article is more than 10 years old. Believe it or not, ...