Includes bibliographical references (p. [71]-88) and index.

Introduction -- The conceptual framework of play -- Playing to learn -- Motivating learning through play -- Self-regulated learning -- Opportunities to solve some challenges in science education through playing in virtual environments -- Playing science games -- Implementing a game into a school curriculum -- Considerations in designing educational games in virtual spaces -- Virtual realities or practical work? -- Evaluating a game for learning -- Students' evaluation of Zadarh -- Conclusion.

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