Games aren’t just for fun, but for learning too
September 26, 2008
We all know games are fun, but can they be used for learning? In a word, “YES!”
Games for Educators is a web site provided by the Chicago Toy & Game Fair and Live Oak Games to promote using games in education. Well, they are game sellers, but why would you, as a teacher, want to use games in your classroom? I’ll crib shamelessly from their website:
- They help students learn
- They’re fun
- They help break down barriers between students and others
Games involve strategic and tactical thinking (improving students’ cognition), and bring engagement so they’ll want to learn.
Games for Educators provides resources for Teachers, Homeschooling families, and Librarians. The sections have articles on resources, strategies, and theory ranging from how to set up games for a lunchtime period, to how playing games helps students with math knowledge.
Don’t wait for rain and snow season to check out this fantastic resource. -ALICE MERCER
Related Stuff:
A Capital Way to Learn Your State Capitals
PWN Your Social Network with GoCrossCampus
Photo Credit:board(ing) games from ChrisBinSEA’s photostream
