In this episode, Instructional Coach Lauren Hawkins shares exciting ideas and resources for creating review games for students with a digital twist. Tune in for valuable insights on striking the perfect balance between fun and learning, crafting effective game structures, and discovering some favorite tools to make your review games a hit.
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Tips for Creating Review Games
- Find the balance between content and gaming.
- Leverage digital tools.
- Create games with different types of questions.
- Build in support structures.
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Episode Resources
- Connect with Lauren Hawkins on Twitter
- Take a peek at Lauren Hawkins’ website/digital portfolio
- 💚Google Sheets | Sum of Three (Geometry Example | Sum of Three Cards )
- 💚Google Sheets | Digital Breakout (Algebra 2 Example)
- 🔗Genially | Digital Escape Room (AP Human Example)
- 🔗Genially | Dungeon & Dragon Game (Geometry Example)
- 🧠SMART Notebook | Who Stole the Cookies (Geometry Example)
- 📝Paper Activity | Math Libs (Algebra Example & Student Handout)
- Socrative (Engagement & Assessment tool)
- Quizlet Live (Game-Based Learning Platform)
- How to Add Educational Games to Your Next Classroom Activity (Blog Post)
- Create Interactive Assignments to Match Your Math Lesson Plans (Blog Post)
- Using Tech to Help Students Overcome Math Anxiety with Allison Dillard (Podcast Episode)
- How to Choose the Best Gamified Reading App (Blog Post)
- Engaging Algebra Game for Middle School Math (Blog Post)
- How Games Can Make Learning Stick (Podcast Episode)
- Create Interactive Graphics for a Quick Classroom Activity (Blog Post)
- How to Use Digital Math Tools With Your Students with Naomi Church (Podcast Episode)
- Engaging Game-Based Learning Curriculum (Blog Post)
