What+is+CRYSTAL+ISLAND?

**What is Crystal Island?**

Crystal Island is an computer game consisting of an immersive, 3-dimensional learning environment with a cast of characters that are situated on an island, within a story world. As part of the GBL Institute you will directly participate in curriculum development and lesson planning for the project.

Research Questions:
1. How does the integration of intelligent game-based learning environments into classroom instruction impact STEM content knowledge, problem-solving skills and engagement? 2. What are the effects of intelligent game-based learning environments on diverse populations?

To view the backstory for the game, see: CRYSTAL ISLAND Backstory

For a virtual walk-through of the game, see: [|http://www.intellimedia.ncsu.edu/videos/CI5-yearTwo-video.htm]

Students and teachers talking about Crystal Island :

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Source:

http://allofe.indep.k12.mo.us/contentm/easy_pages/easy_page_view.php?sid=16&page_id=721