Get Your Students Hired
I use all kinds of individualized activities. I especially like cryptograms as they allow the students to use a different way of thinking and reinforces a term, phrase or pertinent topic we are currently discussing in class. Students find them challenging but are very pleased if they solve them. I will count them as extra credit, homework or a class assignment.
Jumana, it is a good plan to change what activities you do based on the type of student you have.
The games that I choose to use in my class depends on the type of students I have. Every module I change it, I have used hangman, matching cards, wheel of fortune. Now doing this coarse I have more game ideas that I can use.
I enjoy using crossword puzzles as reinforcers, also Larry. They are not scary or anxiety producers and can be used as quizzes.
I create and use crosswords in several of my classes. As a way to review and reinforce concepts, I have also asked students to develop crosswords or word searches for a partner to complete. This seems to appeal to the analytical learners, the social students, and the individuals who require more repetition.
I haven't tried the Mystery Weekly Term activity, although I think it is another excellent way to appeal to a variety of personalities. I plan to incorporate this activity as well.
Crossword pluzzes are an excellent way to provide fun repetition of material for the student so as to improve long-term memory imprinting that will help with future recall of the material.
Larry
The instructor can provide positive feedback to his students so as to foster student self-confidence and encourage more active participation in the activity.
Larry
I use a Jeopardy a $10,000 pyramid type activity in my class. I see positive results each time.
Shannon, you might think about using it as a quiz, too. It can lower learner anxiety and reinforce content at the same time.
I to have never used the crossword puzzle for a Quiz, just for busy work for my fast learners.
Crossword puzzles are wonderful to use as quizes. I agree with you when you say they are not as threatening.
It is a completely non threatening quiz and easy to disguise as something fun and lighthearted.
I'm glad you have had success as you can see many other instructors have, also. Keep up the good work.
I do like to use crossword puzzles with my class but never thought of them as being used for a quiz. I will try that in the near future.
Diane
I encourage flashcards for students inorder to help with exams. By placing answer on one side and question on the other.
My students tend to test each other prior to the exam and love to see his or her interactions with students.
Well I have been doing the Word Search puzzle and of course all students of various ages do love looking for the words. Then some will do team playing--at this provides how team playing is based in the medical field. Plus gives enjoyment.
Using activities in a variety of ways as you have described allows you to see what works best with different groups. You are doing a great job with that!