PLAY GAMES TO: SAVE THE WORLD? LEARN? SOCIAL SKILLS, HOW TO USE TECHNOLOGY, ACADEMIC SUBJECTS OR JUST HAVE FUN?

ON LINE GAMES FOR EDUCATION: There are loads of games on line offering to teach you something or educate you, but how good are these really?

A slightly more academic approach. There are a range of game based computer programmes aimed at all levels of students, designed to reinforce both the national curriculum and school work.

IXL Is used by students both at school and at home via a unique login. As the student works through different topic area’s their teacher can see and check their progress

The information offered to the teach can allow them to manipulate goals to encourage the students as well as recognising the students achievements.

MYMATHS is a programme we have been using on our SKE BA programme. The format is very similar to IXL allowing students to work through a range of topics covering the subject area.

All the topic area’s are clearly labelled and when selected the student can choose at which key stage level they wish to study.

The learning area’s are a combination of both games and traditional lesson plans. The use of technology enhancing the presentation to the students.