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The Teacher Report: Are Games a Learning Tool or a Reward?

by WAT Staff on 11-02-2011 10:09 AM

 

Student_engagement_mc3.jpgRemember Heads Up Seven Up?  It was fun—and something that teachers offered as a reward for good behavior—but not necessarily educational.  But today, games are no longer simply a fun break from educational activities but are often a rigorous and instructive—albeit fun--part of a great lesson.  With that in mind, we've pulled together some of our best expert advice and information to get you started on effectively integrating games in your classroom curriculum in an new and creative way. 

 

  1. Listen to Clement Chau, a learning designer at LeapFrog discusses effective strategies for integrating games into your curriculum.   Listen to the WATcast.
  2. Find tips, ideas and suggestions on how to use educational iPod and iPad apps in your classroom to enhance learning.  Go to the Hot Topic.
  3. Get teacher tips and ideas on how games can help you have better classroom management.  See the ideas.
  4. Discuss playing games (and share your best ideas) with other teachers in our teaching forum.  Join the discussion.  

 

Question for you:  Do you ever use games in your classroom?  Do you want to?



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by Senior Member on 11-03-2011 08:00 AM
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I love to use games in my room.  I can not believe how many children don't know how to play games.  If it doesn't show any action or fast movement, then it is not fun.  Games teach many things to all students.  In kindergarten, I use games to show respect for others, it is ok to lose, and we all have to take turns.   Games are one of the best teaching tools for the younger students. 

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