Name: How games make kids smarter
Uploaded: 2011-11-19T15:03:28Z
Duration: 16 min 9 s
Description: Can playing video games make you more productive? Gabe Zichermann shows how games are making kids better problem-solvers, and will make us better at everything from driving to multi-tasking.

Can playing video games make you more productive? Gabe Zichermann shows how games are making kids better problem-solvers, and will make us better at everything from driving to multi-tasking.

How games make kids smarter

Video games are not just entertainment; they are rewiring how children learn, adapt, and collaborate. Studies reveal that complex games sharpen multitasking skills, foster creativity, and boost fluid intelligence. For example, one classroom jumped a full grade level in reading and math after just 18 weeks with a game-based curriculum. As society shifts, embracing game mechanics in daily life and education prepares kids to thrive in a fast-paced, connected world.