K12 survey says childhood gaming builds career skills and adaptability

9 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 3

Among working professionals, 52% said childhood gaming aided career skills, while 86% of childhood gamers said they adapt easily to tools such as AI.
K12 said its Minecraft-based lessons on topics including Jamestown and Ancient Egypt outperformed textbook-only instruction in assessments, as students learned through problem-solving, building and collaboration.
The online education provider is using the findings to reassure parents worried about screen time, arguing structured game-based learning differs from passive scrolling and can support education and future careers.

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