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Thursday, April 11, 2013
Online Games
As we discussed in class and in our readings, we know that games are effective when it comes to learning. Considering our students are technologically savvy, online games came to mind. Because we are starting to see an increase in technology use within our student population, it would be a great idea to introduce our students to online games that are related to our lessons or provide practice in particular skills. There are various games online for different ages and contents and skills. Some games even require cooperative learning. I found images of a few games. Many games are made for younger students, however they have realistic online games that cater to the vocational and life skills for older students (such as the ATM game shown in the image below). The Internet is filled with games that are free and available. Looking through different apps and recommending them to students is also a great idea.
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Thanks for sharing, Tish! These are great interactive activities that second language learners will find fun and interesting.
ReplyDeleteThat is right Tish, there is an increase in the technology use within schools population. Sometimes it is better to leave the old way of teaching and try something different. And by trying something different technology is something different and everything in the world today deals with technology. So it will be much better to teach these students the use of technology starting from such young age. With the massive technology we have today, there are great interactive activities and games good for our second language learners. The one you post Tish are some great activities. Thanks for sharing!
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