When I was a kid, I didn’t like any toys, games, books, or TV shows that tried to “make learning fun.” I wasn’t dumb; I knew when I was being lied to—learning and fun are mutually exclusive.

If we mess up, it typically doesn’t hold serious ­consequences. Making failure fun is an ­important part of games and should also play a role in learning.” There are other obstacles, though. One is ...

Believe it or not, learning can be fun too. Teaching through exciting games and interactive activities is the new-age mantra of education. Evidently, schools and colleges are streamlining their ...