context of learning
Beyond the characteristics of the tool, we have to be conscious of the context of its use. Our activities condition the development of the medium. Therefore, only a deep knowledge of the tool, of the programs, of how it is used, may enable us to select the most suitable methods and mediums according to our needs and education objectives. Therefore, it is very important to analyse the practices and the role of the game within its specific context. In this sense, whatever analysis one does, one has to take into account four fundamental aspects: