Charades
I have very small classes, 5 to 7 each, so love this idea. They will be able to express themselfs and not be shy. Yet will surpise themself when they start remenbering.
much easier to play more games in a smaller class setting
I usually am able to draw out students who are shy or think they can not act by starting out first, or whispering a few ideas in their ear. Then they can chose the one they are most comfortable with. That makes them totally think they came up with the idea, because the chose it!
Audrey, this is a way to direct the energy in a positive way.
Michele Deck
I think this is great! My classes that are more rambunkshush this really gets all their energy out so they will be a more attentive during lecture, which is really helps me out a lot.
I think this is an ideal game for most classes. Although, when dealing with students that are painfully shy, how does one draw them out to participate?
Rebecca, as long as the terms are given out or chosen randomly, I have found students to be very receptive to this.
Michele Deck
I also agree that this is a great way to break the ice. I have used charades in the past with another class I teach and the students had so much fun and really worked together as a team. I never even thought of using it as a way to learn med term. Can't wait to use it with this class!
Connie, creating positive relationships by breaking the ice can give you positive results.
Michele Deck
I agree with James. What a great way to break the ice.
I like this method, because I have a large class and most of them are just returning to school and this is a great ice breaker and team building.
This is a wonderful teaching method that won't feel like "school".
Virginia, and if you reinforce that this is an effective teaching method, learners will come with you on the journey.
Michele Deck
