Video Games

Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence, Apr 06, 2001 by Mary Anne Klasen

Despite the controversy surrounding video games, positive benefits have also been noted: development of hand-eye coordination, increase in concentration, logical thinking skills, healthy competition among children as well as socialization skills gained from sharing strategies, and heightened self esteem resulting from successful performances.

The educational potential and use of video games remains untapped, and many believe that technological advances will allow the development of more complex educational software to accompany the already dazzling video displays. In the future, many hope that video games will encompass both entertainment and education.