by Alexander Nussbaumer ¹, Christina Steiner ¹, Matthias Maurer ¹, Dietrich Albert ¹

• ¹ Graz University of Technoilogy

In this paper we present a modular approach for learning support in game environments. In applied or educational games both aspects are important – the fun to play and a topic to learn. While traditional games or leisure games only focus on the enjoyment and entertainment of the player, educational games also aim to convey knowledge and competences. However, in order to fulfill this goal, an applied game should take care that the player actually learns something. The software components of our approach specifically support the learning aspects in a game in different and balanced ways. This includes competence development, maintaining motivation, support in problem solving tasks, support f