1. It’s Fun with Games By Linda Pingrey

2. Using Games for Motivation Games are fun, we enjoy them! The process of game playing is engaging Games provide a motive for learning

3. Using Games for Enhancing Instruction Interactive which allow students to discuss content Allow for reinforcement and review Provide feedback which equals learning Easily adaptable for differentiated instruction

4. Using Games for Enhancing Instruction cont’ Maintains students focus Allows you to make mistakes and learn from them It is only a “game” If you lose, start the game over and try again No personal consequences

5. Using Games for Meeting Needs of Students Nintendo Children-those born after the 1970’s Accustomed to speed High impact graphics capture attention Multi-Taskers Thrive on instant gratification and frequent rewards

6. How to Use Games? Centers Whole Class Review Student Presentations

7. Websites Jefferson County Schools Homemade PPT Games Jeopardy Games Math Jeopardy Games PowerPoint Templates – misc PowerPoint Games More PowerPoint Games A Game A Day Ask For Kids Games